> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.powerscraperpro.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation

> Download and install Power Scraper Pro on your Mac

# Installation

Power Scraper Pro is a native macOS application. Installation takes less than a minute.

## Download

<Note>
  Power Scraper Pro is coming soon. Join the waitlist at [powerscraperpro.com](https://powerscraperpro.com) to get early access.
</Note>

## Install

1. Open the downloaded `.dmg` file
2. Drag **Power Scraper Pro** to your **Applications** folder
3. Eject the disk image
4. Launch Power Scraper Pro from Applications or Spotlight

<Warning>
  **First Launch**: macOS may show a security prompt. Click "Open" to allow the app to run. This only happens once.
</Warning>

## First Launch

When you first open Power Scraper Pro, you'll see the onboarding wizard:

1. **Welcome Screen** — Overview of what the app does
2. **API Key Setup** — Enter your TMDB API key (required)
3. **Optional: Fanart.tv** — Add enhanced artwork support
4. **Ready to Go** — Start adding your media folders

See [API Keys](/api-keys) for step-by-step instructions on getting your free API keys.

## Updating

Power Scraper Pro checks for updates automatically. When an update is available:

1. A notification appears in the app
2. Click **Download Update**
3. The app will restart with the new version

You can also check manually via **Power Scraper Pro → Check for Updates** in the menu bar.

## Uninstalling

To remove Power Scraper Pro:

1. Quit the app if running
2. Drag Power Scraper Pro from Applications to Trash
3. Optionally, remove preferences:
   * `~/Library/Application Support/Power Scraper Pro/`
   * `~/Library/Preferences/com.powerscraperpro.app.plist`

<Note>
  Uninstalling does **not** delete your media files, NFO files, or artwork. Those remain in your media folders.
</Note>