Downloading is a popular choice because it was the final free desktop version of the software that didn't require a web browser or subscription. However, because Trimble (the developer) officially stopped supporting and offering it for download in recent years, you must use verified third-party archives to obtain it. Verified Download Sources
. They no longer host the installer on their website or offer support for it, citing security vulnerabilities in outdated open-source libraries and a shift toward their browser-based SketchUp Free
run a virus scan on any file downloaded from a third-party mirror. SketchUp Make 2017 Access
May 2026 Download Status: Legacy Software (No longer on official Trimble servers)