This step-by-step guide walks users through how to download and install the Hearsay Extractor on both Windows and Mac computers. It includes detailed steps for each operating system, including how to identify your Mac processor type and how to properly install the application before launching it.

Step 1: Go to download page

Go to usehearsay.com/download and click Download Extractor for Windows PC.

Step 2: Open downloaded file

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Once the download is complete, double-click the downloaded file to begin installation. You can access it from your browser’s downloads bar or by opening your Downloads folder.

Step 3: Complete installation

When prompted, select Only for me, then click Install.
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After the installation finishes, click Finish.

Step 4: Open the Hearsay Extractor

Go to your desktop or Start menu and double-click Hearsay Extractor to open the app and begin the extraction process.

Step 1: Go to the download page

Go to usehearsay.com/download and click the button that matches your Mac’s processor type: Intel Mac or M-Series Mac.

Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of your screen

Select About This Mac

In the first row, look for Chip

Step 2: Open the downloaded file

After the download completes, double-click the file to begin installation.
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​Step 3: Move to Applications folder

Drag the Hearsay Extractor app icon into your Applications folder.
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This step is required. The app will not function correctly if launched directly from the download file.
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​Step 4: Launch the Hearsay Extractor

Open your Applications folder and double-click Hearsay Extractor to launch the app and start the extraction process.

Next steps

Once installed, you’re ready to begin. Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to run an extraction.