Download Nova
Install Nova in less than a minute and experience an intelligent desktop assistant built for modern work.
Version 1.0.0 · 255 KB setup · 56.2 MB app package
Setup ready · install and launch
Get Nova
Download, install, and launch.
Platforms
Where Nova runs
Windows is available today. macOS and Linux are planned for future releases, and we're building them with the same care.
Windows
Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit. The full Nova experience is available now with published checksum verification.
macOS
A native Apple-silicon build is in active development, next on the roadmap after Windows.
Linux
Planned for a later release, with the same privacy-first, local-first foundation.
System Requirements
What Nova needs to run well
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 · AMD Ryzen 5 | Core i7 · Ryzen 7 or better |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Storage | 1 GB free | 2 GB free (SSD) |
| Internet | Required for cloud features | Broadband |
| GPU (optional) | Not required | Any modern GPU for faster vision |
Installation
From download to done in four steps
Download
Grab the Windows setup app. It installs Nova into Program Files and registers it with Windows.
255 KBInstall and run
Approve the Windows prompt. Setup downloads the verified Nova package, then launches Nova when it finishes.
~1 minSign In
Optional. Sign in to sync preferences, or use Nova locally.
~10 sec
Start Using Nova
Press Ctrl+K and ask for anything. You're ready.
DoneVerify
Know your download is genuine
Every Nova release includes a SHA-256 fingerprint. If you want to be certain the file wasn't tampered with, check the checksum before running it.
SHA-256 checksum
A checksum is a unique fingerprint of the file. If the value you calculate matches the one below, your download is exactly what we published.
8e11dc912fee97a8a357bbd6edea242e3446714c76ddec4a4bbba5c5b5f9895b
Publisher & verification
Windows may show a SmartScreen prompt because Nova is newly released and still building publisher reputation. Verify the checksum first; if it does not match, don't proceed.
Latest Release
Nova 1.0.0
Nova 1.0.0
Version History
Previous releases
| Version | Release date | Status | Release notes | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0 | July 15, 2026 | Current | View notes | Download |
| 1.0.0-rc2 | July 8, 2026 | Superseded | View notes | Download |
| 1.0.0-rc1 | June 30, 2026 | Superseded | View notes | Download |
| 0.9.0-beta | June 12, 2026 | Superseded | View notes | Download |
What's New
Release notes · 1.0.0
Added
- Voice assistant with wake word and hands-free commands
- Desktop automation across apps, files and windows
- Document intelligence for PDF, DOCX, PPTX and XLSX
Improved
- Faster local indexing and search
- Clearer local vs cloud execution indicators
- Lower memory use during long sessions
Fixed
- Occasional delay when opening large PDFs
- Theme flicker on first launch
- Rare clipboard formatting issue
Known Issues
- OCR accuracy varies on low-contrast images
- Some antivirus tools flag the first launch (see troubleshooting)
Troubleshooting
If something gets in the way
If SmartScreen appears, verify that the file came from novaosconsulting.com and compare the SHA-256 checksum shown on this page. Code signing is planned for upcoming releases so Windows can display publisher identity more clearly.
Some antivirus tools quarantine unfamiliar apps. Verify the SHA-256 checksum above, then add an exception or restore the file only if the checksum matches.
Sign-in is optional. If it fails, check your connection, or continue without an account. Nova's local features work fully offline, and you can sign in later from Settings.
Grant microphone access under Windows Settings → Privacy → Microphone, and allow Nova. Voice is off by default; everything else works without it.
Updates resume automatically. If one fails, restart Nova, or download and run the latest setup app again - your settings are preserved.
FAQ
Before you install
Yes. Desktop actions, file handling, app launching and local workspace tasks can run without an internet connection. Cloud reasoning, live web search, image generation and subscription checks need internet access because those features depend on Nova Cloud services.
Nova updates are published through the official Nova OS Consulting download flow. The installer downloads the current release package, verifies its SHA-256 checksum, and installs the verified files into Program Files. Code signing is planned for upcoming Windows releases, so until then the checksum is the public integrity proof.
Not in the current stable public release. Nova is being stabilized first on Windows 10 and Windows 11 because that is where desktop automation, installers and SmartScreen behavior need the most testing. macOS and Linux builds remain roadmap items after the Windows release is consistently reliable.
Yes. Nova installs like a standard Windows application, appears in Windows Apps & Features, and includes a normal uninstaller. Removing Nova deletes the installed app files, while user documents and files that you created outside Nova remain under your control.
Nova keeps local work local unless you choose a feature that needs cloud processing. Files, browser actions and microphone access remain permissioned actions, and the app should ask before using sensitive tools. For cloud features, only the information required to complete the requested task is sent for processing.
No. Local desktop features can be used without signing in. An account is required for Nova Cloud, subscription activation, billing state, usage limits, license management and preference sync across devices.
Support
Need Help?
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