# Desktop app

> FlashBoards for desktop is coming soon. See how it will differ from the web app, and how to prepare your boards.

Source: https://flashboards.yaroflasher.com/docs/desktop

Last verified: 2026-10-07 (checked against FlashBoards app build c82e588d3)

FlashBoards for desktop is the same canvas you use in the browser, with boards and media saved on your computer.

> **Note: Coming soon.** There is no public download yet; the **Software** page on the website shows a disabled **Soon** button. This page describes what is planned, and details may change.

![The Software page on the FlashBoards website with a Download for Mac button marked Soon](https://media.yaroflasher.com/docs/media/desktop-software-page.w2880.ef2d95cd.webp)

*The Software page today: downloads aren't available yet*

## What changes compared with the web

* **Files on your computer.** Boards and media are saved as files, so the browser storage warnings from the web app don't apply. The app decides where files go.
* **Large imports.** Big files show progress, and you can click **Cancel import** in the toolbar.
* **Safe quitting.** If you quit with unsaved changes, you can choose **Keep Open** or leave without saving.
* **Same account, still online.** You sign in with your FlashBoards account and need an internet connection. Generation uses the same balance.

## Privacy choices on first run

In most regions, a **Privacy in FlashBoards** dialog asks you to **Accept**, **Decline** or **Customize** (turn **Usage analytics** and **Error diagnostics** on or off separately). Optional data stays off until you accept. In some regions there's no dialog: usage analytics starts on, with a notice offering **Turn analytics off**. Error reports stay off unless you turn them on.

Change your choices any time in **Settings → General** under Privacy.

## Move boards from the browser

Boards don't move over automatically.

### Step 1: Export in the browser

Export your boards from the web app. See [Import and export](https://flashboards.yaroflasher.com/docs/boards/import-export.md).

### Step 2: Import in the desktop app

Import the exported files the same way in the desktop app.

Keep your browser copy until you've checked the boards in the desktop app.

## Updates

Use **Check for Updates** in the app menu (the **Help** menu on Windows) or under **Settings → General → Desktop app**. If a new version is available, **Open Download Page** takes you to the website. Updates aren't installed automatically.

## Related

- [Storage](https://flashboards.yaroflasher.com/docs/boards/storage.md): How the web app saves boards today
- [Import and export](https://flashboards.yaroflasher.com/docs/boards/import-export.md)
- [Resources](https://flashboards.yaroflasher.com/docs/resources.md): Tour of the website