Installation
Download and setup guide for ZeroTrace Desktop
Installation
Download
Available downloads for all platforms:
| Platform | File | Architecture |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | ZeroTrace.exe | x86-64 |
| macOS Intel | zerotrace-darwin_amd64.zip | x86-64 |
| macOS Apple Silicon | zerotrace-darwin_arm64.zip | ARM64 |
| Linux | ZeroTrace_linux_amd64 | x86-64 |
Setup
- Download
Windows AMD64.exe - Run the installer
- Follow setup wizard
- Launch from Start menu
USB Drivers:
- Drivers install automatically on most systems
- If device not recognized, install CH340/CP210x driver
- Check Device Manager for COM port
- Download
zerotrace-darwin_amd64.zip - Extract the archive
- Move app to Applications folder
- Launch ZeroTrace
- Download
zerotrace-darwin_arm64.zip - Extract the archive
- Move app to Applications folder
- Launch ZeroTrace
Note: Grant system permissions when prompted
# Make executable
chmod +x ZeroTrace_linux_amd64
# Run
./ZeroTrace_linux_amd64Optional - Add to dialout group:
sudo usermod -aG dialout $USER
# Log out and back in for changes to take effectConnect Device
- Plug ZeroTrace device into USB port
- Launch application
- Device auto-appears in device list
- Click Connect
First Time Setup
Grant any system permissions requested for USB access.
Troubleshooting
Device not showing?
- Check USB cable
- Verify device power
- Restart app
- Update chipset drivers
COM Port not detected?
- Windows: Check Device Manager for unknown devices
- macOS: System Report > USB
- Install manufacturer drivers if needed