Revu Installation Guide

Applies to:

  • Revu 21

This guide will help you install Revu on a single computer. If you're an IT Administrator attempting to deploy Revu across multiple computers, see Revu 21 IT Admin Resources.

Revu 21 automatically installs in Read-only mode if you don't have an active Bluebeam subscription plan. To register for a free trial of our most comprehensive Bluebeam Plan, click here.

Revu 20 is no longer supported as of July 31, 2026. For more information, see Revu 20 End of Life (EOL) effective December 31, 2026.

Pre-installation checklist

  • Ensure compatibility and update Windows: Use the Bluebeam Revu Compatibility Chart to confirm that your system is compatible with Revu. Check your Windows updates and complete any pending reboots, as failure to do so may cause issues with the .NET Framework for Revu 21 installations.
  • Save your work: Close any running programs, since the system may need to restart before the installation is complete. If you're a Studio user, check in all Project files and ensure pending Session items have been uploaded to avoid potential data conflicts between versions. Click here for more information on reconciling changes.

Install Revu

To download the Revu 21 installer, go to the Download Center and select Download for Desktop.

  1. Open the .exe file you downloaded.
  2. In the installer, select the desired language and click Next.
  3.  If you're installing Revu for the first time, follow the prompts in the installer.
    • If you already have Revu 2016 or later installed, the installer will prompt you to select one of the following installation options:
      • Select Upgrade if you want to update your existing software to the latest version.
      • Select Side-by-Side if you want to evaluate a new version of Revu, and you want to keep both instances of Revu on your computer.
        You must have a version of Revu that is two generations prior to the version you install. Otherwise, the older version of Revu will be uninstalled.
  4. Select Install.
  5. Select Finish.

When the installation is complete, you can sign in to Revu 21 with your Bluebeam ID (BBID).

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Troubleshooting

Installing Revu 20 side by side with Revu 21 can cause issues when using the Bluebeam Stapler and Bluebeam Printer. Avoid side-by-side installation if these features will be used regularly.

If you're unable to sign in to Revu 21, click here for steps to troubleshoot.

Support for Revu 2019 & below has reached End-of-Life (EOL). License registration may not be guaranteed.

If an issue persists in Revu 21, contact us for further installation and registration support.