Download Windows 11
Download Windows 11
(Current release: Windows 11 2025 Update l Version 25H2)
There are 3 options below for installing or creating Windows 11 media. Check out each one to determine the best option for you.
Before installing, check the Windows release information status for known issues that may affect your device. If you’re running a prior version of Windows, see the Upgrade to Windows 11:FAQ for additional information.
Windows 11 Installation Assistant
This is the best option for installing Windows 11 on the device you’re currently using. Click Download Now to get started.
Note: Windows 11 Installation Assistant doesn’t run on Arm-based PCs; it only works for x64 processors.
- Before you begin using Installation Assistant
Create Windows 11 Installation Media
If you want to perform a reinstall or clean install of Windows 11 on a new or used PC, use this option to download the media creation tool to make a bootable USB or DVD.
Note: Windows 11 media creation tool cannot be used to create installation media for Arm-based PCs; it can only create media for x64 processors.
- Before you begin using the media creation tool
Download Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO) for x64 devices
This option is for users that want to create a bootable installation media (USB flash drive, DVD) or create a virtual machine (.ISO file) to install Windows 11. This download is a multi-edition ISO which uses your product key to unlock the correct edition.
Windows 11 ISOs for Arm64 devices are available here. Select download Windows 11 (multi-edition ISO for x64 devices)
- Before you begin downloading an ISO
- More download options
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