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title: "Minecraft Separate Instances For Mods | Prism Launcher"
description: "\"minecraft separate instances for mods\" is a real Prism Launcher search. Install the launcher, pick Java per instance, then add a pack or mods. Download Prism Launcher from /download."
canonical: https://prismlauncher.ink/howto/minecraft-separate-instances-for-mods
updated: 2026-10-17
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# Minecraft Separate Instances For Mods

"minecraft separate instances for mods" is a real Prism Launcher search. Install the launcher, pick Java per instance, then add a pack or mods.

## Facts (2026-10-17)

- **Query:** minecraft separate instances for mods
- **Product:** Prism Launcher

## What "minecraft separate instances for mods" means

People type "minecraft separate instances for mods" when they want an open-source Minecraft launcher with isolated instances.

Each instance has its own mods, worlds and Java. The game files still come from Mojang for accounts that own Minecraft.

Get the Windows build at [/download](https://prismlauncher.ink/download).

## Steps

1. Install from [/download](https://prismlauncher.ink/download).
2. Sign in with a Microsoft account that owns the game.
3. Add an instance, then a loader or a modpack from Modrinth or CurseForge.

## FAQ

### Is "minecraft separate instances for mods" the official Minecraft Launcher?

No. Prism is a community launcher. You still need a Minecraft account you own.

### Where is the installer?

On [/download](https://prismlauncher.ink/download) on this host.

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## Download

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

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