ArcGIS Companion
ArcGIS Companion

ArcGIS Companion

Productivity

| Esri

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

  • Overview
  • How to Download

Page Modified On: August 21, 2025

Run ArcGIS Companion on PC or Mac

Upgrade your experience. Try ArcGIS Companion, the fantastic Productivity app from Esri, from the comfort of your laptop, PC, or Mac, only on BlueStacks.

About the App

ArcGIS Companion makes staying connected to your ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise world easy, wherever you are. Created by Esri, this productivity app brings your maps, teams, and organization right into your pocket for quick access and effortless management. Whether you’re checking updates, searching for new content, or tweaking your profile, ArcGIS Companion keeps everything neat, tidy, and within reach—on your phone or even when using BlueStacks.

App Features

  • Browse Your World
    Check out all the maps, datasets, and resources your organization has shared. It’s a quick way to see what’s new, find what you need, or just catch up on team projects.

  • Profile and Settings Management
    Want to update your info or adjust notification settings? Tweak your profile or group details in seconds, all from a single spot.

  • Easy Group Connections
    Explore the people and groups that power your organization. See who’s working on what, manage memberships, or just get the lay of the land.

  • Notifications On-the-Go
    Never miss an important update. Keep an eye on your alerts, respond to issues, and handle tasks wherever life takes you.

  • Share and Discover Content
    Spot something cool? Send it to your co-workers or explore content others are buzzing about. Sharing knowledge is as simple as a tap.

  • Community Updates
    Keep up with the latest blogs, tweets, and news from the ArcGIS community—all inside the app—so you’re always in the loop.

  • Seamless Management
    From creating new groups to managing existing ones, handle organization housekeeping without the hassle. Practical for quick edits or deep dives, even if you’re using BlueStacks on your desktop.

ArcGIS Companion is all about making your GIS world more accessible and organized, no matter where you choose to work.

Eager to take your app experience to the next level? Start right away by downloading BlueStacks on your PC or Mac.

How to Download and Run ArcGIS Companion on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for ArcGIS Companion in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install ArcGIS Companion from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install ArcGIS Companion

  • Click the ArcGIS Companion icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

ArcGIS Companion - FAQs

  • How to Run ArcGIS Companion on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run ArcGIS Companion on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download ArcGIS Companion on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are ArcGIS Companion PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run ArcGIS Companion on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.