Product updates

Windowly changelog

What changed in recent production releases. The current release, Windowly 4.7.36, is signed with a Developer ID certificate and notarized by Apple.

Open-source notices

4.7.36

October 6, 2026 · build 156 · Release details

  • Windowly now keeps its own startup screen visible instead of showing a firmware logo while Windows starts or restarts.
  • USB drives and other USB devices can now be connected to Windows.

4.7.35

October 5, 2026 · Release details

  • Fixed the Windows desktop appearing gray after being left idle.
  • Added clearer ArcGIS Pro guidance for the .NET Desktop Runtime and account activation.

4.7.34

October 5, 2026 · Release details

  • Windowly now maintains and repairs its connection when Windows is busy.
  • The memory question no longer returns during installation, and the PIN question appears over Windows after setup.

4.7.32

October 4, 2026 · Release details

  • Ending a subscription now stops Windows from starting offline immediately.

4.7.31

October 4, 2026 · Release details

  • Replaced the cryptographic key used to sign Windowly updates.

4.7.29

October 4, 2026 · Release details

  • Hardened licensing with signed offline licences, authenticated usage reporting and protection against extending offline access by changing the system clock.

4.7.26

October 4, 2026 · Release details

  • Windows can use four approved Mac folders: Desktop, Documents, Downloads and Pictures.
  • Shared folders are pinned in Windows Quick Access and available from Open and Save dialogs.
  • Existing files in the older Windowly folder remain untouched during upgrade.

4.7.24

October 3, 2026 · Release details

  • Improved automatic PIN sign-in after Windows starts.
  • Made Mac-to-Windows file drops faster and fixed a crash when dragging files or folders out of Windows drives.
  • Added diagnostics for cases where Windows stops responding.