> ## Documentation Index
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# Moving away from using Speckle Manager

In the Next-Gen (v3) Speckle connector ecosystem **Speckle Manager is no longer required** for:

* Connector updates
* Account management (adding, removing, switching accounts)

All of this functionality is now handled directly within each connector.

### I liked Manager, why is it going away?

While Speckle Manager provided a centralized interface for connector management and account administration,
its requirement created an additional barrier to entry for new users. By integrating these capabilities
directly into each connector, we've streamlined the onboarding process and enabled a more efficient
self-updating mechanism for connectors. This architectural change allows for independent release cycles
between legacy and current connectors. The system tray functionality previously provided by Manager
has been replaced with a Desktop Services application integrated into the connectors themselves.

### When to still use Manager

Manager may still be useful if:

* Your organization has already **whitelisted Manager** for controlled deployment of legacy connectors.
* You need to **retain legacy workflows** not yet supported by Next-Gen connectors.

We retain the legacy Manager documentation below for reference. [Legacy Manager Docs](/legacy/user/manager)

<Tip>If you're unsure whether you still need Manager, check with your IT or project team.</Tip>

### Manager migration questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="How do I update connectors without Manager?">
    Connectors will notify you when updates are available and include a download
    link to the new version.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I know when a connector was updated?">
    Connectors will notify you when updates are available and include a download
    link to the new version.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="IT had to whitelist various URLs for Speckle to function, do they remain the same?">
    Yes, the URLs are the same.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I download individual legacy connectors without Manager?">
    Yes, you can download individual legacy connectors from
    [https://releases.speckle.systems/legacy-connectors](https://releases.speckle.systems/legacy-connectors)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Should I uninstall Speckle Manager?">
    If you are not using legacy connectors, you can uninstall Manager. There is
    no need to keep it installed.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How are connectors deployed if not through manager?">
    Connectors are available at [https://app.speckle.com/connectors](https://app.speckle.com/connectors). You can download
    them and install them manually.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Manager used to manage my local accounts for working with scripts run locally.">
    The connectors write tot he same local database as Manager does so the
    behaviour doesnt chnage but anticipates you have at least one connector installed.
    You can still use our SDKS with a Personal Access Token in place of local accounts.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>