ArcGIS Pro
Current version: 3.1.3
Use ArcGIS Pro to visualize, analyze, compile, and share your geospatial data. It is Esri's core desktop software, as ArcGIS Desktop is being phased out and support will cease in 2026.
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Can I install this software on other Libraries computers?
You can install this software on any Windows computer at the Libraries using Software Center.
Instructions for installing software on library computers
Documentation and tutorials
Esri's ArcGIS Pro Documentation
Can I install this software on my own computer?
The Libraries does not provide software for download to personal computers. It's possible you can get it from somewhere else on campus. Check other options for installing software on your computer.
What else do I need to know about this software?
Where can I download ArcGIS Pro?
Download ArcGIS Pro installer (Unity ID login required)
- Includes latest version and optional product extensions and data
- Mulitple versions may be listed, but it is recommended to select the latest version
- A readme.txt is included that describes each install file
The core ArcGIS Pro installer file may also be downloaded from your ArcGIS Online account.
- Click your name in the upper right
- Go to My Settings > Licenses.
- On the list of product licenses, you'll see a download link for ArcGIS Pro.
Getting Started
When you start ArcGIS Pro, a login window will appear asking for your ArcGIS Online (AGO) account. The ArcGIS Pro login prompt may open in a web browser window. If it opens in a non-browser window, click the link in the lower right "Sign in Using Browser."
You will need to use an ArcGIS Online account that is enabled through our NC State University Organizational account.
See ArcGIS Online account for specific instructions about creating a new AGO account or using an existing account.
For existing AGO accounts created before Dec. 6, 2022, use the expandable option that says "ArcGIS login."
For new AGO accounts, created after Dec. 6, 2022, use the expandable option that says "Your ArcGIS organization's URL" and fill out the URL path to be ncsu.maps.arcgis.com. From there, click the blue button saying "North Carolina State University (Single Sign On) and proceed to log in with your Unity ID and password.