> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://pipit.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation

> Download and install Pipit on your Mac

## Install Pipit

1. **Download** the DMG from [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/pxkan/Pipit-Releases/releases/latest)
2. **Mount** the DMG by double-clicking it
3. **Drag** Pipit.app to your Applications folder
4. **Open** Pipit and follow the onboarding wizard to grant permissions

<Warning>
  On first launch, macOS may show a security warning. Right-click Pipit and select **Open** to proceed.
</Warning>

## Required Permissions

Pipit needs two macOS permissions to work:

### Microphone Access

Required for Pipit to hear your voice.

1. Open **System Settings** → **Privacy & Security**
2. Select **Microphone**
3. Enable **Pipit**

### Accessibility Permission

Required for global hotkeys and text insertion into any app.

1. Open **System Settings** → **Privacy & Security**
2. Select **Accessibility**
3. Enable **Pipit**

<Tip>
  If you grant Accessibility permission during onboarding, Pipit will automatically restart to activate hotkeys. If you grant it later in System Settings, you may need to restart manually.
</Tip>

## Automatic Updates

Pipit updates automatically via Sparkle. Check for updates: click the Pipit menu bar icon → **Check for Updates**.

## System Requirements

|           | Minimum                     | Recommended                 |
| --------- | --------------------------- | --------------------------- |
| macOS     | 14.0 Sonoma                 | 15.0+                       |
| Processor | Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) | Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) |
| RAM       | 4GB                         | 8GB+                        |

<Warning>
  Pipit requires Apple Silicon (M1 or later). Intel-based Macs are not supported.
</Warning>

Pipit runs faster on newer Apple Silicon chips due to Neural Engine acceleration.

## Need Help?

Having issues? Check our [Troubleshooting Guide](/troubleshooting) or join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/pipit).