💿Installation methods

Before you install AppFlowy, be sure to review the System Requirements

To get a local copy up and running, please choose an installation method.

Choose the installation methods

Depending on your platform, select from the following available methods to install AppFlowy:

Installation method	Description	When to choose
Mac / Windows / Linux Packages	Download the official package to use AppFlowy on your Mac / Windows / Linux right away	This is the recommended method for getting started.
Building from Source	Install AppFlowy and all of its components from scratch.	Design and modify AppFlowy your way with an open core codebase.
Docker	The AppFlowy packages, Dockerized.	Use this method if you’re familiar with Docker.
https://github.com/AppFlowy-IO/documentations/blob/main/appflowy/install-appflowy/installation-methods/installing-android-obtainium.md	Install the AppFlowy Android App directly	Use this method if you want to install AppFlowy Android releases directly from GitHub.

Installation method

Description

When to choose

Download the official package to use AppFlowy on your Mac / Windows / Linux right away

This is the recommended method for getting started.

Install AppFlowy and all of its components from scratch.

Design and modify AppFlowy your way with an open core codebase.

The AppFlowy packages, Dockerized.

Use this method if you’re familiar with Docker.