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Defguard 1.6 introduces an important change for macOS users: the Desktop Client now integrates with the macOS system and removes the dependency on external WireGuard binaries, which makes App Store distribution possible. For a complete overview of all new features in Defguard 1.6, see our [release notes](/blog/defguard-1.6-release-notes).
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4. Click **Migrate**. If everything went well it should display a confirmation message: *“Configuration has been migrated”*.
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5. After the migration process, launch Defguard 1.6 from the Mac App Store. Your existing configuration should be available.
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> *You can see this method in action on our [video guide](https://youtu.be/dLgC-WsmEsw).*
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<YouTubeVideo
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videoId="dLgC-WsmEsw"
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title="Migrating from Defguard client 1.5 to 1.6"
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### Method B - Manual migration (copy/move the settings folder)
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> You can also see this method in action on a [video guide](https://youtu.be/dLgC-WsmEsw).
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<YouTubeVideo
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title="Migrating from Defguard client 1.5 to 1.6"
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## Making sure the migration worked
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### What if the migration tool doesn't detect my configuration?
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If the migration tool (Method A) doesn't detect your Defguard 1.5 configuration, you can use Method B (manual migration) to copy the settings folder manually, or use Method C (re-enrollment) to set up Defguard 1.6 as a new client.
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"@type": "BlogPosting",
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"headline": "New Defguard on macOS: App Store Launch and Migration Guide",
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"description": "Defguard 1.6 brings the macOS client to the App Store. Learn why migration is required and how to move your configuration from version 1.5.",
"name": "Why can't I just update Defguard 1.5 to 1.6 automatically?",
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"text": "Defguard 1.6 is distributed through the Mac App Store, which uses a different installation method than the PKG installer used for version 1.5. App Store apps are sandboxed, meaning they store data in a different location than non-App Store applications. Because of this, Defguard 1.6 cannot automatically find and use your existing 1.5 configuration."
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"@type": "Question",
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"name": "Do I need to uninstall Defguard 1.5 before installing 1.6?",
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"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "No, you don't need to uninstall version 1.5. However, make sure Defguard 1.6 is not running when you perform the migration using Method B (manual migration). After successful migration, you can remove the old PKG version if you no longer need it."
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"name": "Will I lose my VPN configuration during migration?",
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"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "No, if you follow one of the migration methods (A, B, or C), your configuration will be preserved. Method A and B migrate your existing settings, while Method C requires re-enrollment but your VPN instances remain available on the server side."
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"name": "Can I use both Defguard 1.5 and 1.6 at the same time?",
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"text": "While technically possible, it's not recommended. Having both versions installed can cause confusion and potential conflicts. We recommend completing the migration to version 1.6 and removing the old PKG version."
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"name": "What if the migration tool doesn't detect my configuration?",
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"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "If the migration tool (Method A) doesn't detect your Defguard 1.5 configuration, you can use Method B (manual migration) to copy the settings folder manually, or use Method C (re-enrollment) to set up Defguard 1.6 as a new client."
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