Alteryx can check to make sure the version you are running is the latest version. If there is an update to the program, you will be notified based on the preference that is set.
If you are connected to the internet, each time Alteryx is launched it will check if there is a newer version available for download. If a newer version is available, a message will appear at the top of the GUI, with an Options button. Options include:
Go to Download Site: The Alteryx Downloads and Licenses portal will open in a browser window. Sign in to download the latest version.
Hide until next run: Message will disappear during the active instance of Alteryx. Once a new instance is launched, the message will reappear.
Hide this for 1 days: Message will disappear during the active instance of Alteryx. Message will reappear when Alteryx is launched on the next calendar day.
Hide this for 7 days: Message will disappear during the active instance of Alteryx. Message will reappear when Alteryx is launched 7 calendar days from the current day.
Hide this for 30 days: Message will disappear during the active instance of Alteryx. Message will reappear when Alteryx is launched 30 calendar days from the current day.
Hide this for 90 days: Message will disappear during the active instance of Alteryx. Message will reappear when Alteryx is launched 90 calendar days from the current day.
Hide this for 1 year: Message will disappear during the active instance of Alteryx. Message will reappear when Alteryx is launched 1 calendar year from the current day.
Note: If you are running a Beta version, the only "Hide" option is 'Hide until next run'.
You can check for an update at any time by going to Help > Check for Updates. This feature requires an internet connection. One of 3 messages will be returned:
New Version Available: A newer version of Alteryx is available. Click OK to be taken to the download site.
OK: The Alteryx Downloads and Licenses portal will open in a browser window. Sign in to download the latest version.
Cancel: Closes the message box.
Up to date: This Version of Alteryx is up to date.
OK: Closes the message box.
An error occurred checking for the latest version: Unable to connect to the remote server.
This means you are not connected to the internet, therefore you cannot use this feature.
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