Download Windows 11 ISO

Official Microsoft ISO images and installation tools for Windows 11. Choose the version that matches your needs, check compatibility, then create bootable media or perform a clean install.

Download Windows 11 26H2 ISO (recommended)

Before upgrading, run the PC Health Check tool and review the official Windows 11 specifications.

Current Windows 11 versions

Select a version below. Newer feature updates receive the longest support. Windows 11 26H2 is the current release for existing compatible PCs and is the recommended version for most users.

Version	Release	Status (as of Oct 2026)	Download
Windows 11 26H2 2026 Update	29 Sep 2026	Current / Recommended Home/Pro support until Oct 2028	64-bit ISO →
Windows 11 25H2 2025 Update	30 Sep 2025	Supported Home/Pro support until Oct 2027	64-bit ISO →
Windows 11 24H2 2024 Update	1 Oct 2024	Supported (ending soon) Home/Pro ends 13 Oct 2026	64-bit ISO →
Windows 11 23H2	31 Oct 2023	End of support for Home/Pro Consumer editions no longer receive updates	64-bit ISO →
Windows 11 22H2	20 Sep 2022	Legacy / End of support	64-bit ISO →
Windows 11 21H2	4 Oct 2021	Legacy / End of support	64-bit ISO →

Note on architecture: Windows 11 is available for supported x64 and ARM64 devices. x64 ISOs are intended for compatible Intel and AMD PCs, while ARM64 images are intended for supported Windows on Arm devices and are obtained through Microsoft’s official channels or device manufacturer tools.

Official Microsoft download options

These are the tools Microsoft provides directly. Use them when you prefer Microsoft’s own download experience or need the latest language packs and edition selection.

Windows 11 Installation Assistant – upgrades a compatible PC in place
Create Windows 11 Installation Media – Media Creation Tool for USB or ISO
Download Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO) – official ISO selection page

System requirements

Microsoft’s minimum requirements for installing or upgrading to Windows 11:

Processor 1 GHz or faster, 2+ cores, compatible 64-bit CPU or SoC

Memory 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Storage 64 GB or larger

Firmware UEFI with Secure Boot capability

TPM Trusted Platform Module version 2.0

Graphics DirectX 12 compatible with WDDM 2.0 driver

Display 720p or higher, 9-inch or larger

Internet Required for setup of Home edition and many features

Full details and the list of supported processors are published by Microsoft: Windows 11 specifications. Some features, especially AI and Copilot+ capabilities, require additional hardware such as a capable NPU.

Windows 11 editions

Home – for personal use
Pro – for professionals and small businesses (BitLocker, Remote Desktop, Hyper-V, etc.)
Pro for Workstations – high-performance workloads
Enterprise – advanced security and management for organisations
Education / Pro Education – for schools and academic institutions

A valid product key or digital license is required for activation. Windowstan does not supply product keys, cracks, or pre-activated images.

How to use a Windows 11 ISO

Download the ISO for the version and language you need.
Create bootable media with the Microsoft Media Creation Tool or a reliable third-party utility such as Rufus.
Boot from the USB/DVD and follow the Windows Setup screens (clean install or upgrade).
Alternatively, mount the ISO in File Explorer on a running Windows PC and run setup.exe for an in-place upgrade.

Important: Always back up important files before a clean install. After installation, install the latest cumulative updates through Windows Update and verify activation.

Additional resources

Windows release health dashboard – current known issues and servicing status
Windows 11 release information – official version and support dates
All Windows ISO downloads on Windowstan

Page last reviewed: October 2026. Version availability and support dates follow Microsoft’s published lifecycle. Always prefer the newest supported feature update when possible.