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In the Next-Gen (v3) Speckle connector ecosystem Speckle Manager is no longer required for:
  • Connector updates
  • Account management (adding, removing, switching accounts)
All of this functionality is now handled directly within each connector.

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I liked Manager, why is it going away?

While Speckle Manager provided a centralized interface for connector management and account administration, its requirement created an additional barrier to entry for new users. By integrating these capabilities directly into each connector, we’ve streamlined the onboarding process and enabled a more efficient self-updating mechanism for connectors. This architectural change allows for independent release cycles between legacy and current connectors. The system tray functionality previously provided by Manager has been replaced with a Desktop Services application integrated into the connectors themselves.

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When to still use Manager

Manager may still be useful if:
  • Your organization has already whitelisted Manager for controlled deployment of legacy connectors.
  • You need to retain legacy workflows not yet supported by Next-Gen connectors.
We retain the legacy Manager documentation below for reference. Legacy Manager Docs
If you’re unsure whether you still need Manager, check with your IT or project team.

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Manager migration questions

Connectors will notify you when updates are available and include a download link to the new version.
Connectors will notify you when updates are available and include a download link to the new version.
Yes, the URLs are the same.
Yes, you can download individual legacy connectors from https://releases.speckle.systems/legacy-connectors
If you are not using legacy connectors, you can uninstall Manager. There is no need to keep it installed.
Connectors are available at https://app.speckle.com/connectors. You can download them and install them manually.
The connectors write tot he same local database as Manager does so the behaviour doesnt chnage but anticipates you have at least one connector installed. You can still use our SDKS with a Personal Access Token in place of local accounts.
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