How to Install Divi Desktop Application

How to Install the Divi Desktop Application: Comprehensive Guide for Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu

The Divi Desktop Application is your gateway to the Divi blockchain. Follow this guide to install it on your operating system. Always download the application from official sources to ensure security.

Step 1: Download the Application

Visit the official download page at https://www.diviproject.org/downloads. Select the correct installer based on your operating system:

• Windows: Click the Windows logo.
• macOS: Click the Apple logo.
• Ubuntu/Debian Linux: Click the penguin logo.

Alternatively, you can download the latest release from GitHub at https://github.com/DiviProject/Divi-Desktop-Public/releases. Ensure the version is 2.0.0 or higher, which includes the 3.0.0.0 daemon with advanced vault functionality.

Step 2: Installation Instructions

For Windows

1. Locate the Installer:

   • Navigate to your Downloads folder and find the .exe file.

2. Run the Installer:

   • Double-click the installer to launch it. Follow the prompts to select the installation folder and options.
   • If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes to allow the installation.

3. Verify the Signature:

   • Confirm the installer is signed by Divi during the setup process.

4. Finish Installation:

   • Complete the process and launch the application from your Start Menu or desktop shortcut.

For macOS

1. Locate the Installer:

   • Open your Downloads folder and find the .dmg file.

2. Open the Disk Image:

   • Double-click the .dmg file to mount it, and a window with the Divi application icon will appear.

3. Drag and Drop:

   • Drag the Divi Desktop Application icon into your Applications folder.

4. Confirm Security:

   • If macOS displays a warning about unidentified developers:
     • Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General.
     • Click Open Anyway and confirm the developer is Divi.

5. Launch the Application:

   • Open the app from your Applications folder, and it’s ready to use.

For Ubuntu (Debian-Based Linux)

Graphical Installation (Preferred Method)

1. Locate the Installer:

   • Open your Downloads folder and find the .deb file you downloaded.

2. Install Using Software Center:

   • Right-click the .deb file and select Open With > Software Install (or similar).
   • Click Install, enter your password when prompted, and wait for the process to finish.

3. Launch the Application:

   • Open the application from your Applications Menu, or search for “Divi Desktop.”

Terminal Installation (Alternative Method)

1. Open a Terminal:

   • Navigate to the folder where the .debfile is stored. For example:

     cd ~/Downloads
     

2. Install the Application:

   • Run the following command:

     sudo dpkg -i divi-desktop-<version>.deb
     

     Replace <version> with the actual version number in the filename.

3. Verify Installation:

   • If all dependencies are satisfied, the installation will complete without further steps. Otherwise, resolve missing dependencies with:

     sudo apt-get install -f
     

4. Launch the Application:

   • Start the Divi Desktop app from your Applications Menu, or run:

     divi-desktop
     

Step 3: Post-Installation

1. Complete Configuration:

   • When the application launches, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup, backup seed words and encrypt.

2. Sync with the Blockchain:

   • Ensure the app fully syncs with the Divi blockchain for optimal performance.

3. Stay Updated:

   • Regularly check for updates on the official site or GitHub to keep your application secure and feature-rich.