How to Update RescueTime

RescueTime updates automatically in the background.

If you need to force an update or reinstall the latest version manually, there are two ways to do it.

Option 1: Check for Updates in the App
1

Open Settings

Click the RescueTime icon in your menu bar (macOS) or system tray (Windows) to open the Assistant, click the gear icon, and select Settings.

2

Check for updates

Click Check for updates. If an update is available, follow the prompts to install it.


Option 2: Reinstall the Latest Version
1

Download the latest version

Download RescueTime from the website. The file will appear in your Downloads folder.

2

Run the installer

Open the downloaded file and follow the setup steps. On Windows, right-click the installer and choose Run as administrator to make sure it installs with the right permissions.

3

Restart your computer

Restart after installation to make sure everything is running cleanly.

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