How to Update OBS Studio to the Latest Version

Keeping your streaming and recording software up to date ensures you have access to the latest features, performance improvements, and critical bug fixes. This article provides a quick, step-by-step guide on how to update OBS Studio to the newest version on Windows, macOS, and Linux, using both the built-in automatic updater and manual installation methods.

How to Update OBS Studio on Windows and macOS

The easiest way to update OBS Studio on Windows and macOS is by using the built-in update tool within the application.

  1. Open OBS Studio on your computer.
  2. In the top menu bar, click on Help (Windows) or OBS Studio (macOS).
  3. Select Check For Updates from the dropdown menu.
  4. If a new version is available, a pop-up window will appear showing the release notes. Click Update Now.
  5. Follow the on-screen prompts to download and install the update. OBS Studio will automatically restart once the process is complete.

Note: If the “Check For Updates” option is greyed out or missing, you may need to perform a manual update.

How to Update OBS Studio on Linux

The update process for Linux users depends on how the application was originally installed.

For Flatpak Users

If you installed OBS Studio via Flatpak, open your terminal and run the following command to update it:

flatpak update com.obsproject.Studio

For Ubuntu (PPA) Users

If you installed OBS Studio via the official PPA, open your terminal and run these commands:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade obs-studio

How to Manually Update OBS Studio

If the built-in updater fails or if you prefer a clean installation, you can update the software manually. Your scenes, profiles, and settings will remain safe during this process.

  1. Close OBS Studio if it is currently running.
  2. Go to the official OBS Studio website in your web browser.
  3. Download the installer compatible with your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
  4. Run the downloaded installer file.
  5. Follow the installation wizard prompts. The installer will automatically overwrite your existing OBS Studio installation with the latest version while preserving your user configuration.