Each time you start the program, MAXQDA will check the MAXQDA website to see if an updated version is available. If an update is available, it is recommended that you download it in order to benefit from interesting new features and enhancements.

Under Project > Preferences (Windows) or MAXQDA 12 > Preferences (Mac), you have the options to Search for updates automatically.

If you have opted to skip an update, you can later request it manually by searching for the item in the Help menu.