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RingCentral for Desktop
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Make a call, send a text, start a conference, or send a fax from your desktop computer.
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How it works
RingCentral for Desktop is your all-in-one app for phone, fax, text, and conferencing. With a new, intuitive interface and integrations with your company directory, it’s easier than ever to manage all of your business communications from your desktop computer.
Manage calls with ease
Transfer, park, flip, record, mute, or add callers without interrupting an active call
Messages instantly sync with your RingCentral account
View colleagues’ availability with real-time phone presence
Reply with a pre-defined or custom message when you cannot answer a call
Send texts from your desktop
Send/receive texts to your contacts or any number with one click
Group text your colleagues and view the conversation in one thread
Join or host an audio conference instantly
Invite participants by email or text, call-in details are automatically included
Convenient for international participants with local dial-in numbers
…and do it all from one application, right from your desktop.
Learn more
Watch the RingCentral for Desktop demo to get up to speed
For complete details check out the RingCentral for Desktop User Guide
Get the support you need at the RingCentral Resource Center online
RingCentral Support Center online
The datasheet gives a high-level overview, with illustrations
RingCentral for Desktop Datasheet
This QuickStart Guide is a helpful resource when you’re getting started
RingCentral for Desktop QuickStart Guide
Top FAQs
What devices does the RingCentral for Desktop work on?
RingCentral for Desktop works on 32/64-bit Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
What are the system requirements for installing the RingCentral for Desktop?
The system requirements are: Windows 7 or later 2 GHz (32-bit) or 2 GHz (64-bit) processor Minimum of 1 GB of RAM 300 MB of hard drive space Mac OS X 10.8 Lion or later Intel processor Minimum of 1 GB of RAM 300 MB of hard drive space
Do I need to uninstall my current Softphone app before installing the new version of new RingCentral for Desktop?
Yes. For instructions on uninstalling the Softphone application, click here.
Will the messages in RingCentral for Desktop sync up with the messages in my account online?
Yes. All the calls, faxes, and voicemails are synchronized instantly. Text messages will synchronize with your RingCentral Mobile App as well.
What is the difference between the older version of the Softphone app and RingCentral for Desktop?
To compare the older version of our Softphone and the new RingCentral for Desktop app, view comparison chart here.
Is calling and texting available on the RingCentral for Desktop apps?
Currently calling is only available on US Office plans and texting is only available on US and Canadian Office plans.