Cursor Old Versions Download: macOS, Windows and Linux
Cursor Old Versions Download: macOS, Windows and Linux
Cursor's official download page includes current and previous desktop releases for macOS, Windows and Linux. Use it before trying a community archive. An old build may help when an update breaks an extension or workflow, but it can also contain fixed security bugs or lose access to newer AI features.
Quick download guide
| What you need | Where to look |
|---|---|
| Latest stable release | Official Cursor downloads |
| Previous desktop release | Scroll through the version list on the official downloads page |
| Release notes | Cursor changelog |
| A build no longer listed by Cursor | Use a community archive only after checking the risks below |
Cursor currently provides separate installers for Mac Apple silicon, Mac Intel or Universal, Windows x64 or Arm64, and Linux x64 or Arm64. Choose the architecture that matches your computer.
How to download an old Cursor version
- Open the official Cursor downloads page.
- Find the version number you want.
- Select your operating system and processor architecture.
- Back up important settings and workspaces.
- Quit Cursor, then run the installer.
- Open Cursor and confirm the version from Help > About on Windows or Cursor > About Cursor on macOS.
If the version is not on the official page, the community-maintained cursor-ai-downloads archive may list it. That repository is not operated by Cursor. Treat its files as third-party downloads.
Cursor old versions for macOS
Check your Mac before downloading:
- Apple silicon Macs use the Arm64 build.
- Intel Macs use the x64 build.
- The Universal build supports both architectures but is usually larger.
Open the .dmg, drag Cursor into Applications and approve the replacement if macOS asks. Your projects are not stored inside the application bundle, but backing up Cursor settings is still sensible before a downgrade.
If macOS blocks the app, do not immediately bypass Gatekeeper. Confirm that the installer came from cursor.com and that its signing certificate belongs to Cursor's publisher.
Cursor old versions for Windows 10 and 11
Most Windows PCs need the x64 installer. Windows devices with an Arm processor need Arm64. Download the .exe, close Cursor and run the installer.
The current official page labels its Windows desktop builds for Windows 10 and 11. Do not assume that an old Cursor release supports Windows 7 simply because an installer opens. Cursor does not list Windows 7 as a supported target, and old builds may no longer connect to current backend services.
How to download Cursor 0.44
Cursor 0.44 is old enough that it may not appear in the official version list. If you need it to reproduce a bug or restore a specific workflow:
- Check the official download page first.
- Look for the exact 0.44 patch release, not only the major version.
- Confirm the operating system and architecture.
- Scan the installer and inspect its digital signature.
- Disable automatic updates temporarily if the test requires that exact build.
- Return to a supported version after testing.
Avoid using Cursor 0.44 as a permanent installation. Older clients may be incompatible with current models, authentication or server-side features.
Before you downgrade
Record your current Cursor version and export or copy any settings you cannot easily recreate. Also commit or back up uncommitted code. A downgrade should not delete a project, but extensions, local databases and settings can change format between releases.
After installing, check these items:
- Cursor starts and signs in normally.
- Your extensions load without errors.
- chat, agent and model selection still work.
- Remote SSH, WSL or dev containers still connect.
- automatic updates have not replaced the old build.
How to check an unofficial installer
Prefer an official cursor.com or downloader.cursor.sh URL. For any other source:
- Compare the file name and version with the release record.
- Check the code-signing certificate on Windows or macOS.
- Compare a SHA-256 checksum if the publisher provides one.
- Scan the file with your security software.
- Never run an installer that asks you to disable security tools.
GitHub makes an archive easier to inspect, but hosting a file on GitHub does not make it official or safe.
FAQ
Does Cursor provide old versions?
Yes. Cursor lists a selection of earlier builds on its official downloads page. Very old versions may no longer be available or supported.
Can I install an older Cursor version over a newer one?
Often yes, but uninstalling the current app first can avoid version conflicts. Back up your settings and code before either method.
Will downgrading delete my projects or chats?
Your project files live outside the Cursor application. Local application data and chat behavior can vary by release, so back up anything important instead of relying on the downgrade to preserve it.
How do I update Cursor again?
Use Cursor's built-in update prompt or install the latest build from the official downloads page.
Is Cursor available for Windows 7?
Cursor's current download page supports Windows 10 and 11. A historical installer may launch on Windows 7, but that does not mean Cursor supports it or that online features will work.