Nest products with a stable internet connection automatically update their software. Updates are rolled out gradually, so there may be a delay before your product receives the latest version.
You can also set your phone to automatically install the latest version of the Nest app and the Google Home app.
If you need to troubleshoot an issue, make sure that you have the latest version of the app that includes the latest bug fixes and features. It's recommended that you set your phone to get automatic app updates so you get the latest features and improvements as soon as they're available. Refer to Google Home app release notes.
To automatically update apps, go to the following articles:
If you need to check which version your Nest product has, use the app you use to manage your Nest product to get its current software version.
Nest app
Important: This is only applicable for Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen and earlier) and Nest Thermostat E.
- Open the Nest app
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- On the home screen, tap your Nest product.
- Tap Settings
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- Select Technical Info. The current version should appear next to "Software."
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.Google Home app
- Open the Google Home app
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- Tap Favorites
or Devices
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- Tap and hold your device's tile.
- Tap Settings
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- Choose Device information. The software version should appear under "Technical information."
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or Devices 
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.Get product software updates
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) or Nest Thermostat
- From the home screen on your thermostat, select Settings
- Select Version
Check for update.
Check for update.Nest Thermostat E or Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen and earlier)
- From the Quick View menu on your thermostat, select Settings
- Select Software
Troubleshooting
If a new software version is available for your thermostat but it hasn't been updated, it could be due to:
- Your thermostat isn't connected to a reliable internet connection through the Wi-Fi network. Your thermostat or the app lets you know when there's a connection issue. Refer to Nest thermostat is offline.
- The battery charge is below 3.7 volts. Your thermostat waits until the battery is charged enough to update its software. Refer to Troubleshoot when your thermostat won’t turn on.
- The heating or cooling system is running. Turn your thermostat off to check if that fixes the issue. Refer to Nest thermostat Off mode.
- There's a problem with the wiring. You need to fix any wiring issues before your thermostat can update its software.
Some thermostat models can receive updates regardless of whether it has been added to an account in the app, as long as it's connected to Wi-Fi.
Your Protect automatically updates its software when connected to Wi-Fi and the internet.
Troubleshooting
If it's been more than a week and your Nest Protect hasn't received the latest software, try to reset its connection to the Wi-Fi network.
- Press the button on your Nest Protect once. It should say, "Ready. Press to test."
- Press and hold the button for about 5 seconds until your Protect says, "Checking the network."
- Wait for 15 minutes.
- Check your Protect's software version again. If it's been updated to the latest version, you're good to go.
Troubleshooting
If your camera or doorbell is offline in the app and can't update, refer to Fix Nest camera or doorbell Wi-Fi connection issues.
Manually update Connect
- Press Connect's button and release it. The button is on the bottom of Connect.
- Press the button again and hold it down.
- Release the button when the Connect light blinks blue.
Connect should begin to automatically update its software and turn off the light when finished.
Troubleshooting
If Nest Connect appears as "Offline" in the app, it won't update itself. Refer to Troubleshoot offline or disconnected Nest Connect.
Nest × Yale Lock software updates are automatic as long as your lock is connected to Wi-Fi and the internet. Manual updates aren't available.
While your lock updates, you can't use the keypad or the Nest app to lock, unlock, or change settings. The update should only take a few minutes. The indicator light inside your home pulses blue while the update is in progress.