Manage updates with the Download AppAbout the Download.com Installer
The Download.com Installer is a tiny ad-supported stub installer or "download manager" that helps securely deliver your downloads from Download.com's servers. Our testing has shown that as many as half of all people who initiate a download fail to complete the download and install their software. The Download.com Installer improves the process by walking you through the steps of your download and enabling you to easily find and execute your software's installer. For more information, read the FAQ.
Launch
After clicking "Download Now," locate the file you just downloaded. It should be in your Downloads folder. Double-click the Download.com Installer and follow the instructions to complete the download and install your software. Please note that you must remain connected to the Internet.
Offer
The Download.com Installer is supported by offers for additional third-party software. Offers may be shown during your download. All offers provide a method for rejecting the additional software before proceeding with the download. We only show offers for software that has undergone screening to ensure compliance with the Download.com Software Policies and the Download.com Installer Policies.
Download
This step shows the progress of your software download from CNET Download.com servers. Download.com uses a high-bandwidth content delivery network (CDN) to deliver the installer file to you as quickly as possible.
Install
Once the download is complete, click the "Install" button to install the desired software on your computer. You can also click the "Later" button if you wish to close the Download.com Installer and run the application later.
