Updates
localWiki includes a built-in update mechanism that checks for new versions and lets you install them without leaving the app.
Automatic update check
When localWiki launches, it automatically checks for available updates after a short delay (approximately 5 seconds). If a new version is found, a toast notification appears:
Update vX.X.X available — Go to Settings > About to install the latest version.
Clicking the toast navigates you directly to the About settings panel. If you dismiss the toast, localWiki will remind you once per day until you update.
The automatic check runs silently. If no update is available or the check fails (e.g. no internet), nothing happens and the app continues normally.
Manual update check
To check for updates at any time:
- Open Settings > About.
- Click the check for updates button.
- The button shows “checking…” while the request is in progress.
- If an update is available, a message displays the new version number and an install button appears.
- If you are already on the latest version, it shows “You’re up to date.”
Installing an update
Click the install vX.X.X button to begin the download and installation. The status area shows “Downloading and installing…” with a pulsing indicator while the update is being applied.
After the update installs, localWiki will typically prompt you to restart the application for the changes to take effect.
Update integrity
All update binaries are signed with a cryptographic key. The app verifies the signature before installing any update, ensuring the binary has not been tampered with in transit.
Build information
The Settings > About panel also displays:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Version | Current app version |
| Runtime | Tauri 2 + Rust |
| Frontend | React + Vite |
| Storage | SQLite (WAL mode) |