ARI for Windows

Use Our Auto Repair App on Your Windows PC. Free download and install ARI on your PC.

Use the button above to download and install ARI – auto repair software – for Windows. This will give you access to the ARI program right on your laptop or desktop PC and you will be able to use it just like any other program. Make sure you follow the installation guide below for the best ARI experience

Follows these instructions to download and install ARI for Windows

Installation Guide

Step 1 – Download

Download the auto repair software for Windows

The first thing you need to do is download the ARI files on your Windows PC. This is just as normal as downloading any other program. All you have to do is click the button  and let the files download on your PC.

The ARI files will normally download in your Download folder in the form of a .zip file called ARI_Windows. Go to the next step to install ARI on your comnputer!

Step 2 – Extract App Files

Extract the ARI files on your computer

The next thing you need to do is extract the files from the archived folder you’ve just downloaded in step 1. Follow the instructions below:

  • open the folder where you downloaded the ARI for Windows file (by default should be the Download folder)
  • right-click on ARI_Windows.zip file
  • Extract All

If all goes well, you should see a new folder by the name ARI_Windows. Open that folder and move to the next step.

extract ARI files on Windows PC
open ari.exe file

Step 3 – Allow Access

Give access to ARI so you can use it on Windows

The whole point of downloading and installing an auto repair app on your Windows PC is so that you can access it fast and easy. In order not to have to open the ARI folder every time, create a shortcut on your desktop so you have it handy.

  • right-click on the ari.exe file
  • create a shortcut
  • copy the shortcut file from the folder to your desktop, or any other folder that is convenient to you
  • access ARI from that shortcut

At this point, you should have an easy way to access ARI on your windows PC, laptop or desktop.

allow access to ARI on your windows
run anyway button to start ari app on windows

Step 4 – Create a Shortcut

Make your ARI easy to find and access on your Windows

The whole point of downloading and installing an auto repair app on your Windows PC is so that you can access it fast and easy. In order not to have to open the ARI folder every time, create a shortcut on your desktop so you have it handy.

  • right-click on the ari.exe file
  • create a shortcut
  • copy the shortcut file from the folder to your desktop, or any other folder that is convenient to you
  • access ARI from that shortcut

At this point, you should have an easy way to access ARI on your windows PC, laptop or desktop.

FAQ

Everything you need to know about ARI for iOS

Here are some questions we get asked by our clients who use our auto repair app for iOS on their iPhones or iPads

After you click the Attach Picture button, make sure you scroll up or down and locate a new button that says “Choose File”. Click on it and select the picture you want to upload.

The best way to update your ARI app for Windows is to delete the shortcut and the files from your PC and then download and install new ones from the site. Do NOT install a new version without deleting the old one as you may end up with 2 versions of ARI and that can cause problems. Follow this guide on how to update your ARI

Simply drag the corners of the window until you reach the desired size. ARI is designed to be dynamic regardless of the size of the window.

There are many benefits of being able to download and install our auto repair program on your Windows computer. The most important one is convenience. Your staff will definitely appreciate having an icon on their desktop from where they can open the app instantly.

Another advantage is speed. When installed on your device, the app will be faster than the Web version as it leverages your PC power for some of its internal functions.

Client Management

Add clients, vehicles & all the details that are relevant to them

Vehicle Management

Create detailed inspections with checklists, damage reports

Inventory Management

Manage your parts, tires, business assets, and all other important items.

Job Cards

Track labor progress, start & stop work clocks, approve & deny services.

Estimates

Create professional quotes for your auto repair clients

Invoices

Generate professional invoices for your auto shop’s clients

Inspections

Generate damage reports & attach pictures to your auto inspections

Appointments

Let your clients book your services online from the comfort of their home

Service Reminders

Earn return customers by reminding them when service is due

Accounting

Create purchase orders, track your expenses, and monitor your profits

OBD Scanner

Read Engine Error Codes with ARI monitor car’s parameters live

Reports & Stats

Reports for your business performance & export the data

Payments

Never miss a payment keep an eye on your invoice billing process

Marketing

Reach your core customers & market business across different channels

Vendors

Manage vendors, partners & orders for a streamlined repair experience

Time Tracking

Monitor and label the activity of multiple employees

Payment Processing

Receive payments on your Online Invoices with the world’s most renowned payment networks

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Estimates

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Car Diagnose with
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Accounting with
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Sync ARI invoices to QuickBooks Online. Manage customers and inventory.

POS Terminal from 360Payments

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