Installation Guide
Step-by-step installation instructions for Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms.
GhostBro is a powerful desktop application designed to stay invisible while providing you with live transcripts and intelligent AI responses during your meetings.
System Requirements
Supported Platforms
macOS: 10.15 (Catalina) or later (Universal binary for Intel & Apple Silicon).
Windows: Windows 10 or later (x64).
Hardware
Minimum: 4GB RAM, dual-core processor.
Recommended: 8GB+ RAM, quad-core processor. Local Whisper models benefit significantly from higher specs.
Network
Stable internet is required for cloud services (OpenAI, Deepgram). No network needed for local Whisper transcription (after initial model download).
Installation Steps
macOS Installation
- Download the
.dmgfile from the Releases page. - Drag GhostBro.app to your Applications folder.
- Grant Screen Recording permissions (required for system audio capture) via System Preferences.
- Launch via Applications or Spotlight:
open -a GhostBro
Windows Installation
- Download the
.exeinstaller from the Releases page. - Follow the installation wizard prompts.
- GhostBro will be available in your Start Menu.
Installation Troubleshooting
Issue: Transcription not working?
1. Verify your API key is configured.
2. (macOS) Check Screen Recording permissions.
3. Ensure your internet connection is stable.
Issue: Window positioning problems?
Use Cmd/Ctrl + Arrow Keys to reposition. If it's completely lost, you can reset the window state in settings.
What's Next?
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