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title: "How to Install Prism Launcher on Windows | Prism Launcher"
description: "Install Prism Launcher on Windows: download the installer, run setup, sign in and create your first instance."
canonical: https://prismlauncher.ink/howto/install-prism-launcher-on-windows
updated: 2026-10-17
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# How to install Prism Launcher on Windows

Install Prism Launcher on Windows: download the installer, run setup, sign in and create your first instance.

## Facts (2026-10-17)

- **Price:** Free and open source
- **Platform:** Windows, macOS, Linux
- **Purpose:** Minecraft instance and modpack launcher
- **Download:** Installers and portable builds

## Install steps

1. Get the Windows installer from [Download](https://prismlauncher.ink/download).
2. Run setup and launch Prism Launcher.
3. Sign in with the Microsoft account that owns Minecraft.
4. Create your [first instance](https://prismlauncher.ink/setup/first-instance) and launch vanilla once.

## FAQ

### Is Prism Launcher free?

Yes. Prism Launcher is free and open source; you still need a Minecraft account you own.

### Does Prism Launcher include Minecraft?

No. It launches Minecraft versions for accounts that own the game.

## Related

- [Create your first Prism Launcher instance](https://prismlauncher.ink/setup/first-instance)
- [How to install a modpack in Prism Launcher](https://prismlauncher.ink/howto/install-a-modpack)
- [Prism Launcher Instance Management](https://prismlauncher.ink/instances)

## Download

Free and open source: [Download Prism Launcher](https://prismlauncher.ink/download)

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