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If you have the Slack app already installed on your desktop, it is best to uninstall it before you download the latest version. You can download the app using either of the two options below.



Downloading the Slack App

  • Slack Download
    • Visit https://slack.com/downloads/windows
    • Click “Download.”
    • Once the download is complete, double click the file (called SlackSetup.exe). Slack will launch automatically once it is installed.
    • With the app installed, you can double click the Slack icon the next time you need to launch it.
    • You can now sign in to your workspace.


  • Windows Store
    • Find Slack in the Windows Store. You need to be running Windows 10 with the Anniversary Update installed for this download option to work.
    • Click “Get the app.”
    • After the app is installed, locate and select Slack in your Start menu to launch it.
    • You can now sign in to your workspace.



Configuring Additional Options

  • Open Slack automatically
    • From your desktop, click your workspace name in the top left.
    • Choose Preferences from the menu.
    • Select the “Advanced” tab.
    • Under Other options, check the box next to “Launch app on login.”
    • Check the box next to “Hide window when launched on login” if you want Slack to start minimized in your notification area when you turn on your computer. This option is only available for the version of the Slack app you can download from our website.  


  • Run Slack in the background
    • From your desktop, click your workspace name in the top left.
    • Choose “Preferences” from the menu.
    • Select the “Advanced” tab.
    • Under Additional options, check the box next to “Leave app running in notification area when the window is closed.”



Adapted from Slack