We’re excited to announce that Docker Desktop is now available on the Microsoft Store! This new distribution channel enhances both the installation and update experience for individual developers while significantly simplifying management for enterprise IT teams.
This milestone reinforces our commitment to Windows, our most widely used platform among Docker Desktop users. By partnering with the Microsoft Store, we’re ensuring seamless compatibility with enterprise management tools while delivering a more consistent experience to our shared customers.
[Figure 1]: MS Store listing: http://apps.microsoft.com/detail/xp8cbj40xlbwkx?hl=en-GB&gl=GB
Seamless deployment and control for enterprises
For developers:
- Automatic Updates: The Microsoft Store handles all update processes automatically, ensuring you’re always running the latest version without manual intervention.
- Streamlined Installation: Experience a more reliable setup process with fewer startup errors..
- Unified Management: Manage Docker Desktop alongside your other applications in one familiar interface.
For IT administrators:
- Native Intune MDM Integration: Deploy Docker Desktop across your organization using Microsoft’s enterprise management tools — Learn how to add Microsoft Store apps via Intune.
- Centralized Control: Easily roll out Docker Desktop through the Microsoft Store’s enterprise distribution channels.
- Security-Compatible Updates: Updates are handled automatically by the Microsoft Store infrastructure, even in organizations where users don’t have direct store access.
- Updates Without Direct Store Access: The native integration with Intune allows automatic updates to function even when users don’t have Microsoft Store access — a significant advantage for security-conscious organizations with restricted environments.
- Familiar Workflow: The update mechanism works similarly to winget commands (winget install –id=XP8CBJ40XLBWKX –source=msstore), providing consistency with other enterprise software management.
Why it matters for businesses and developers
With 99% of enterprise users not running the latest version of Docker Desktop, the Microsoft Store’s automatic update capabilities directly address compliance and security concerns while minimizing downtime. IT administrators can now:
- Increase Productivity: Developers can focus on innovation instead of managing installations.
- Improve Operational Efficiency: Better control over Docker Desktop deployments reduces IT bottlenecks.
- Enhance Compliance: Automatic updates and secure installations support enterprise security protocols.
Conclusion
Docker Desktop’s availability on the Microsoft Store represents a significant step forward in simplifying how organizations deploy and maintain development environments. By focusing on seamless updates, reliability, and enterprise-grade management, Docker and Microsoft are empowering teams to innovate with greater confidence.
Ready to try it out? Download Docker Desktop from the Microsoft Store today!
Learn more
- Docker Desktop on Microsoft Store
- Learn how to add Microsoft Store apps via Intune
- Configure Microsoft Store access
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