In this guide, we have explained the process for downloading the Windows 11 ISO file for free using the most straightforward approaches. Additionally, you will also find the detailed procedure for downloading the Windows 11 Insider ISO and Windows Server Insider ISO files if that’s what you are looking for. So without wasting your precious time, let’s proceed. 

How to Download Windows 11 ISO Using Media Creation Tool

Microsoft has released a Media Creation Tool (MCT) that enables users to download ISO files of the different versions of its operating system and, at the same time, create a bootable version of the USB device.  Similar to the previous OS iterations, Microsoft has rolled out the Media Creation Tool for the all-new Windows 11, which can be utilized to download the ISO file for Windows 11. The process is straightforward, and each step is described below. 

  1. Visit the Official download page for Windows 11 and press the Download button located under Create Windows 11 Installation media section.
  2. The MediaCreationTool.exe will begin downloading on your PC. When the download finishes, navigate to the download location and double-click to run the Media Creation tool. If the User Action Control prompt appears, press the Yes button on it. 
  3. On the new window of the Media Creation tool, press the Accept button to agree with the license terms.
  4. On the Language and Edition window, choose your preferred language and edition for downloading Windows 11 version. Here, we recommend unchecking the box next to the ‘Use the recommended options for this PC’ option, especially if you are downloading the ISO for some other PC. After this, press the Next button. 
  5. On the Select Media step, enable the radio button for the ISO file and press the Next button.
  6. Now you will have to browse the location where you wish to download the ISO image. Choose a partition having sufficient space and assign a relevant name to the ISO file. Finally, press the Save button on the pop-up.
  7. Henceforth, the download of the Windows 11 ISO file will commence, and it can take some time, depending on the strength of your network connection. When the download is successful, click the link to the location where you have downloaded the ISO file and press the Finish button below.

How to Download Windows 11 ISO File From The Microsoft Website

Microsoft enables you to download the Windows 11 ISO file directly from its website. The advantage of downloading the ISO file directly from the Microsoft website is that you get more language options to choose from than the method described above. If you want to go this way, the step-by-step procedure for it is illustrated here:  Note: Using this method, you will only be able to download the ISO file for the latest Windows 11 version available at the moment. 

  1. Once again, you need to visit Microsoft’s official Windows 11 download webpage from your preferred browser. 
  2. Scroll down until you reach the Download Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO) section. Here, you need to choose Windows 11 (multi-edition ISO) in the drop-down menu and press the Download button.
  3. Wait until your request is validated, select your preferred product language from the language drop-down, and press the Confirm button.
  4. Finally, press the 64-bit download button to get your Windows 11 ISO file in your preferred language.  Now the download of Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO) will begin on your PC. 

How to Download Windows 11 Insider ISO File

If you intend to download the ISO file for the Insider version of Windows 11, you can do so from the official Windows Insider program website. But, to be able to download the ISO file for Windows 11 Insider, you first need to Register for the Windows Insider Program. Here is how you can download Windows 11  Insider ISO file from Microsoft. 

  1. Visit the official Windows Insider website and press the Register button. 
  2. You will be automatically signed into the program. Scroll down the Terms and Conditions page and check the I accept the Terms of this agreement checkbox. Press the Register Now button below it.
  3. After you successfully register for Windows Insider Program, visit the download site for Windows Insider Preview ISO. 
  4. Keep scrolling until you reach the Select Edition section. Select the Windows 11 Insider Preview (Dev Channel) or Windows 11 Insider Preview (Beta Channel) for the ISO file from the drop-down menu. 
  5. Press the Confirm button and wait until your request is validated.
  6. Next, you will have to assign the product language and press the Confirm button. 
  7. After this, press the 64-bit Download button to initiate the download.
  8. On the downloads pop-up, set the location where you want to download the ISO file and press the Save button.  The ISO file for Windows 11 Insider Preview will begin downloading on the default location of download.

How to Download The Windows Server Insider ISO File 

Finally, we will see the procedure for downloading the ISO file for Windows Server Insider. The process of doing it is described below.

  1. Follow the link here to visit the download site for Windows Server Insider Preview. 
  2. Select the Windows Server VNext Preview ISO in the drop-down and press the confirm button. 
  3. In the next drop-down, Select your preferred language and press the Confirm button once again. 
  4. Finally, press the 64-bit Download button to begin downloading the Windows Server Insider ISO file. 
  5. After this, you have to specify the location where you wish to download the ISO file and press the Save button.

Why am I unable to download the ISO file for Windows 11?

If the download of the ISO file fails, disable the chrome extensions, specifically the ones that block ads and cookies. You should also disable the VPN for the duration of downloading process. If you use a third-party anti-virus, it can also interfere with the Windows 11 ISO file download.  

What duration does it take to download an ISO file of Windows 11?

Roughly the size of the Windows 11 ISO file is 5.12 GB. Depending on the speed of your network, the download will be completed in 30 to 60 minutes.

What are the minimal requirements for downloading Windows 11 ISO files?

Before you being downloading the ISO file, make sure you have access to a fast and stable internet connection to prevent installation failure. Secondly, you need to ensure that your Computer should have at least 6 GB of free storage space to accommodate the Windows 11 ISO file.

Final Words

Here we reach the end of the guide explaining the method of downloading ISO files of Windows 11. Microsoft has already simplified the method of downloading, and we have tried to be as elaborative as possible. However, if you need any assistance with the procedure, feel free to reach out to us. 

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