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