ScanSnap Online Update

What is ScanSnap Online Update?

ScanSnap Online Update is a macOS utility for keeping ScanSnap software up to date. It is part of the ScanSnap software ecosystem and is used to check for newer program versions on PFU's download servers, then install available updates. Mac users typically encounter it alongside ScanSnap Home when setting up or maintaining a ScanSnap scanner workflow. Its main purpose is simple: help keep scanning software current so features, compatibility, and fixes are available without manually downloading each update. This tool is most relevant for people who use a ScanSnap scanner on Mac and want a straightforward way to maintain the related software.

Key features

• Check for newer ScanSnap software updates online
• Install available program updates from PFU download servers
• Open directly when ScanSnap Home cannot be launched normally
• Help keep ScanSnap software compatible with current macOS versions
• Support maintenance of ScanSnap scanner workflows on Mac

Safety overview

Status: Safe

This is a legitimate software updater for ScanSnap on macOS. It normally needs internet access to check for updates and administrator permission when installing them, which is expected for update tools. Keeping scanner software updated is generally beneficial for compatibility and fixes. As with any updater, use it when you intend to maintain ScanSnap software on your Mac and avoid interrupting an update once installation has started.

Recommendation: Keep ScanSnap Online Update if you use ScanSnap software or a ScanSnap scanner on this Mac. You can leave it installed so ScanSnap-related updates remain easy to apply; remove it only if you no longer use the associated ScanSnap software or hardware.

Common paths

• /Applications/ScanSnap Online Update/Online Update.app

Related apps

• ScanSnap Home

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