Open the application from your Windows Start Menu. Select the Desktop folder in the left sidebar directory.

, ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap) has officially retired. Esri recommends users transition to ArcGIS Pro for long-term support.

Method 1: Via My Esri (For Licensed Users and Organizations)

Windows 11 (Home, Pro, Enterprise) or Windows 10 (64-bit). CPU: 2.2 GHz minimum; Multi-core recommended. Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum; 8 GB or higher recommended. Disk Space: At least 4 GB minimum; 6 GB recommended.

ArcGIS 10.8.2 End of Life: What You Need to Know Before Retirement

Once you have used your download link and saved the .exe file to your computer, follow these steps to install:

Yes. They coexist peacefully. Install Desktop first, then Pro, or vice versa.

Open the application from your Windows Start Menu.