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Gmail Desktop

Q: How do I uninstall Gmail Desktop?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask timche-gmail-desktop`. Homebrew will remove Gmail Desktop and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

Q: How do I update Gmail Desktop to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask timche-gmail-desktop` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Unofficial Gmail desktop app

For Mac

Official website

Free

CategoryCommunication

PlatformmacOS

InstallationHomebrew

Version2.25.3Catalog version

PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedAugust 10, 2026

What is Gmail Desktop?

Unofficial Gmail desktop app

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask timche-gmail-desktop

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How to Install Gmail Desktop on Mac

Follow these steps to install Gmail Desktop using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask timche-gmail-desktop
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask timche-gmail-desktop
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm timche-gmail-desktop is installed, then try `timche-gmail-desktop --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch Gmail Desktop
Run `timche-gmail-desktop` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

Simple one-command installation
Well-maintained and regularly updated
Completely free to use

Cons

Requires Homebrew to be installed
macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about Gmail Desktop

How do I install Gmail Desktop on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask timche-gmail-desktop. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run timche-gmail-desktop from Terminal.

Is Gmail Desktop free?

Yes, Gmail Desktop is completely free to use.

How do I uninstall Gmail Desktop?

Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask timche-gmail-desktop. Homebrew will remove Gmail Desktop and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.

What are alternatives to Gmail Desktop?

There are several communication apps available for macOS. Browse the Communication category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update Gmail Desktop to the latest version?

Run brew upgrade --cask timche-gmail-desktop in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.

Does Gmail Desktop work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, Gmail Desktop can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.