Operating system
- Windows 11, 64-bit recommended
- Windows 10 22H2, 64-bit best-effort legacy compatibility
- Windows should be fully updated
System requirements
Made for current
64-bit Windows PCs.
Local features can work without internet. Connected Household, pairing, account access, and online update checks require a connection.
Processor and memory
- 64-bit Intel or AMD processor
- Dual-core 1.5 GHz minimum
- 4 GB RAM minimum
- 8 GB RAM recommended
Storage and display
- 1 GB free storage minimum
- 2 GB recommended
- 1024 × 768 minimum display
- 1366 × 768 or larger recommended
Graphics and sensors
- Integrated graphics supported
- No dedicated graphics card required
- CPU/GPU temperatures appear only when compatible sensors are exposed
- Unavailable readings are reported rather than estimated
Internet
- Optional for Desktop HouseCat, Child Care, Child Mode, local PC Health, and local maintenance
- Required for Connected Household, pairing, account access, HouseCat updates, and online update checks
Permissions and tools
- A normal Windows account can use the desktop cat, Care, reports, and most health information
- Administrator approval may be requested for installation, updates, maintenance, cleanup, restart scheduling, or some hardware readings
- WinGet results require Microsoft App Installer/WinGet
Not currently supported
32-bit WindowsWindows on ARMmacOSLinuxChromeOSPhones and tablets
Recommended system
For the best experience.
HouseCat
- Windows 11, 64-bit
- Quad-core Intel or AMD processor
- 8 GB RAM or more
- 2 GB free storage
- 1366 × 768 or larger display
- Current Windows updates and hardware drivers
Network Rescue — separate app
- Windows 11 or Windows 10 22H2, 64-bit
- 64-bit Intel or AMD processor
- 4 GB RAM and 2 GB free storage
- Administrator access, keyboard, and mouse
- No HouseCat account or subscription required
- Offline driver support depends on the drivers included with the recovery package
Installation:The HouseCat installer includes the components needed for normal setup. Windows may request administrator approval during installation, updates, maintenance, or recovery tasks.