Complete Installation Guide
This guide provides detailed instructions for installing the Appwebify Agent on your Windows PC.
System Requirements
Before installing, ensure your system meets these requirements:
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10⁄11 (64-bit) or Windows Server 2016+ |
| RAM | 2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended) |
| CPU | Dual-core processor |
| Internet | Stable broadband connection |
| Privileges | Administrator access (for installation) |
Download the Agent
- Visit appwebify.com/download
- Click the Download for Windows (64-bit) button
- Save the file
AppwebifyAgent-Setup.exe
Installation Steps
Step 1: Run the Installer
- Locate the downloaded file
- Right-click and select Run as administrator
- If prompted by Windows Defender, click More info → Run anyway
Step 2: Accept the License Agreement
Read the license agreement and click I Agree to continue.
Step 3: Choose Installation Location
The default location is:
C:\Program Files\Appwebify\Agent
We recommend keeping the default location unless you have a specific reason to change it.
Step 4: Complete Installation
Click Install and wait for the installation to complete. This typically takes 30-60 seconds.
Step 5: Launch the Agent
Check the Launch Appwebify Agent option and click Finish.
First-Time Setup
Login to Your Account
- The agent will display a login prompt
- Click Login with Appwebify
- Your browser will open for Google authentication
- Sign in with your Google account
- Return to the agent - it should show Connected
Verify Installation
Check these indicators to confirm successful installation:
- ✅ System tray icon appears (cloud icon)
- ✅ Agent status shows “Online”
- ✅ PC appears in your dashboard at appwebify.com
Windows Service Configuration
The agent runs as a Windows service for automatic startup:
Service Name: AppwebifyAgent
To manage the service:
# Check status
Get-Service AppwebifyAgent
# Restart service
Restart-Service AppwebifyAgent
# Stop service
Stop-Service AppwebifyAgent
Firewall Configuration
The agent automatically configures Windows Firewall. If you have a third-party firewall, allow these:
- Outbound TCP/UDP to ports 443, 3478
- WebRTC traffic (STUN/TURN servers)
Troubleshooting
Agent Won’t Start
- Check Windows Event Viewer for errors
- Ensure no other remote desktop software is conflicting
- Try reinstalling with administrator privileges
Can’t Login
- Verify internet connectivity
- Check if browser cookies are enabled
- Try a different browser for authentication
PC Not Showing Online
- Check agent is running (system tray icon)
- Verify network connectivity
- Restart the agent service
Uninstallation
To remove the Appwebify Agent:
- Open Settings → Apps → Apps & features
- Find Appwebify Agent
- Click Uninstall
Or use Control Panel → Programs and Features.
Next Steps
- How to Connect - Learn connection options
- Example Setup - See real configurations
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