Platforms

Install Install Dock on your computer. USB Android is the primary deploy target — phones and tablets are targets, not Install Dock install platforms.

Host vs target

Download for Windows, macOS, or Linux. USB Android via ADB is the primary target. Authorized local OS installers cover IPA (Mac only), macOS .pkg, Windows .msi, and Linux .deb — not unsigned sideload or silent fleet install.

Run the app on your computer

Install Dock is a desktop host application. It runs on your computer and connects to Android devices over USB — your PC or Mac is the operator console, not the install target.

  • WindowsWindows 10 or laterHost applicationSupported
  • macOSmacOS 12 or laterHost applicationSupported
  • LinuxUbuntu 22.04+ or equivalentHost applicationSupported

Installers for each host platform are listed on the Download page. Go to Download

Package capabilities

Recognition of a file type does not mean installation is available. Unsupported run paths are identified honestly — never processed with the wrong installer.

PackageInspectDeployNotes
.apkYesUSB ADBPrimary path for Android devices.
.apks / .xapk / .apkmYesUSB ADBSplit sets via install-multiple.
.ipaYesMac + Apple toolsOne paired device. No unsigned sideload.
.pkgYesmacOS InstallerOpened via OS Installer — not claimed as verified package-manager Success.
.appYesLimitedAdvanced Mode + open on macOS.
.dmgYesNever auto-runInspect only for execution.
.msiYesmsiexec /iUAC applies. Silent /qn is not used.
.exe / .msix / .appxYesNot executedIdentified only.
.debYesdpkg if presentNo apt-get download.
.rpm / AppImageYesNot executedIdentified only.

Connection requirements

ADB must be discoverable via SDK path, PATH, or a Settings override. Windows may require a one-time OEM USB driver install.

  • USB data cable (charge-only cables will not work)
  • USB debugging enabled on the Android device
  • Android platform-tools (ADB) — discovered automatically or set in Settings

Not a mobile app

Not available as a mobile app for Android or iPhone.

Ready to deploy locally?

Install on your computer, connect a USB Android device, and keep every byte on your machine—no account required.