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Pocket Pudsey

How do I install Pocket Pudsey?

  • Installing Pocket Pudsey is very easy. Just click on one of the download links and save it in a convenient place (either My Documents or Desktop).
  • Find the file you've saved and then open it.
  • If you can't find the file, search for 'installpocketpudsey.exe' using 'Find' from the Windows start button at the bottom left of the screen.
  • Double click the file and follow the instructions.

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I have opened the file and installed it. What now?

  • Look in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen and find the Pocket Pudsey icon - a Pudsey bear.
  • If you can't find the icon, click 'Start', 'Programs', 'Pocket Pudsey' and then 'Pocket Pudsey'.

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How do I make Pudsey appear and disappear?

  • Double-click on the Pudsey icon by the clock at the bottom right of your screen.

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How do I make Pudsey dance?

  • Right click on the Pudsey bear icon on the bottom right of your screen and choose the option 'Dance Pudsey! Dance!

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I am not receiving messages

  • Check that you're online. You must be connected to the internet to receive updates.

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How do I close down Pocket Pudsey?

  • Simply right-click on the character and select 'Exit' on the menu.

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Is Pocket Pudsey safe to use?

He's completely safe and secure. The file doesn't contain any spyware and your privacy is completely respected. If you're still worried, then Pocket Pudsey is easy to uninstall.

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How do I uninstall Pocket Pudsey?

  • Right click on the Pudsey icon in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. Go to extras and click 'Uninstall' and follow the instructions.

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Pocket Pudsey is so good I'd like to share him

  • Select 'Send Pocket Pudsey to a Friend' on the left-hand side and put their email address in the 'To' line before sending

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Is there a version for Apple Macs?

  • Unfortunately not. We're sorry about this, but we're unable to provide a Mac version of Pocket Pudsey.

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