Garmin.COM/Express software

How Do I Install Garmin Express?

Garmin Express is an application designed to manage Garmin devices. It is used for device registration, map updates and software updates, syncing Fitness data with Garmin Connect, and much more.

NOTE: Garmin Express is not compatible with tablets or phones and must be used with a computer that features a USB port for a data cable or ANT+ Stick to communicate. For more details see Can I use Garmin Express on a Phone or a Tablet?.

For Instructions on Installing Garmin Express, Choose Your Computer’s Operating System Below:

Windows

Current Version of Garmin Express for Windows: v7.11.0 as of January 12th, 2022

NOTE: The images below may include older version numbers and are only provided as examples

Go to the Garmin Express webpage

Click Download for Windows (Pictured below)

Run the downloaded GarminExpress.exe or GarminExpressInstaller.exe file

For help on this step, see Opening a Downloaded File on Windows

Review the terms and conditions, then click the checkbox

CLICK INSTALL FOR COMPUTERS

Once the installation is complete, click Launch Garmin Express

Mac

Current Version of Garmin Express for Mac: v7.11.0 as of January 12th, 2022.

Go to the Garmin Express webpage

Click Download for Mac (Pictured below)

Open the GarminExpress.dmg or GarminExpressInstaller.dmg file

For help on this step, see Opening a Downloaded File on Mac

In the new window, double click on the Install Garmin Express icon

Install Window

Click Continue

Click Continue again

Click Continue again

Review the terms and conditions, then click Agree

Click Install

Enter your Mac User Name and Password and click Install Software. See Installation of Garmin Applications on a Mac Prompts for a Password for assistance.

Once the installation is complete, select Close. Your Applications folder will automatically open

Double click on the Garmin Express icon in the Applications folder

Having Problems with Garmin Express? Try These Helpful Troubleshooting Links

Garmin Express Fails to Install or Update on a Windows Computer

Garmin Express Fails to Install or Update on a Mac Computer

Automotive Device Not Detected by Garmin Express on a Windows Computer

Automotive Device Not Detected by Garmin Express on a Mac

Garmin Express Fails to Complete the “Downloading Files” Stage or Error Installing Message

Garmin Express Fails to Launch or Open When I Run It on a Windows Computer

Garmin Express Fails to Launch or Open When I Run It on a Mac

Error Received When Installing Device Software on a Mac

Garmin Express Displays a Server Error Message

Related

Adding and Removing Devices in Garmin Express

Full Uninstall of Garmin Express/Garmin Express Fails to Uninstall

Garmin Express Incompatibility with Chromebook and Linux Operating Systems

Alternate Install Feature in Garmin Express

INSTALL GARMIN.COM./EXPRESS ON MY COMPUTER?

Garmin Express is designed to be the one-stop shop for updating maps, updating software, managing favorites, registering a device, and much more.

To download the latest version of Garmin Express:

Windows XP SP3 or newer

1. Go to: http://garmin.com/express

2. Click Download for Windows

3. Run GarminExpress.exe to start installation

4. Check the box next to the terms and conditions statement

5. Advanced Users can select the Options button to change the install location of Garmin Express if needed

6. Press the Install button

7. Press the Launch button to open Garmin Express

Mac OS 10.7 or higher

1. Go to: http://garmin.com/express

2. Click Download for Mac

3. Open GarminExpress.dmg from the Downloads folder or download location

4. In the new window, double click on the Install Garmin Express icon

5. Follow instructions in the installer

6. Once install is complete, close the installer

7. Eject the Garmin Express mounted drive from Finder or the Desktop

8. Open the Applications folder

9. Double click on the Garmin Express icon

Garmin Express is now installed and can be used with compatible GPS devices.