Getting Started with Unite Pro
Getting Started with Unite Pro
Unite Pro turns any website into a real, standalone Mac app. Instead of keeping Gmail, Notion, or ChatGPT buried in a browser tab, you get a native .app in your dock — its own icon, its own window, its own keyboard shortcuts, and its own notifications. This article gives you an overview of what Unite Pro is, how it's organized, and where to go next.
What Unite Pro Does
When you create an app with Unite Pro, it builds an actual .app bundle and saves it to your Applications folder (or wherever you choose). That app opens in its own window, independent of any browser. It remembers your session, supports tabs, can live in your menu bar, and gains native macOS capabilities like dock badges, notification center integration, and more.
You don't need any technical knowledge to use it. Paste a URL, pick an icon, choose how you want the app to behave, and Unite does the rest.
System Requirements
- macOS 15 or later (macOS Tahoe recommended for the best experience)
- Apple Silicon and Intel Macs both supported
- No additional software required
Free vs. Pro
Unite Pro has a free tier that lets you create one app at no cost — a great way to try the experience before upgrading.
With Unite Pro activated, you get:
- Unlimited apps
- Export and import (
.uniteconfigbackups) - Legacy migration (updating Unite 6 apps to Pro)
- All future 1.x updates
- Optional paid major updates in the future
You can activate Unite Pro with a direct license key (via Paddle) or through a Setapp subscription.
The Main Window
When you open Unite Pro, you'll see a two-panel window:
Sidebar (left)
The sidebar lists all the apps you've created. You can search, sort by Name, Date Added, or Last Used, and right-click any app for quick actions like Launch, Edit, Export, or Delete. The "New Application" button at the top starts the creation flow.
Main content area (right)
When nothing is selected, the home screen appears with a URL input field for quickly creating an app, plus a curated list of suggestions organized by category (productivity, AI, entertainment, etc.). When you select an app from the sidebar, its details and settings appear here.
What's Next
- Creating Your First App — A step-by-step walkthrough of making your first Unite app.
- Activating Unite Pro — How to purchase, enter, and manage your license.
- App Modes: Normal, Sidebar, and Menu Bar — Understand the three ways a Unite app can run.