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Colour-coded support for 90+ programming and markup languages, plus your own user-defined languages.
Latest stable v8.9.6.4 · June 2026
Download Notepad++ for Windows
The free, fast and open-source code editor millions of developers trust. Grab the latest Notepad Plus Plus download — installer or portable, 64-bit and 32-bit.
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Why Notepad++
A text editor that punches far above its size
Every Notepad++ download for Windows packs a full editing toolkit into a few megabytes — no bloat, no waiting, no subscription.
Lightning fast
Built on the Scintilla engine for instant startup and low memory use — even with huge log files open.
Tabbed editing
Work across dozens of files in a single window with split view, session restore and document map.
Search & replace
Powerful Find in Files with full regular-expression support across entire folders in seconds.
Plugins galore
Extend Notepad++ with the built-in Plugins Admin — compare files, format JSON, FTP and far more.
Macros & automation
Record, save and replay keystroke macros to crush repetitive edits without leaving the keyboard.
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Download Notepad++ for Windows
Pick the build that fits your machine. Every Notepad Plus Plus download below links straight to the official, signed release — never a repackaged copy.
Installer · 64-bit
Windows x64 · recommended
- Best for Windows 10 & 11
- Adds desktop & context-menu entries
- Built-in auto-updater
Portable · ZIP
x64 / x86 · no installation
- Run from a USB stick
- No admin rights required
- Keeps settings in its own folder
Need 32-bit, MSI or an older release? See the full Notepad++ download page · Source on GitHub Releases.
Install in minutes
How to download & install Notepad++
From zero to editing in four short steps — no technical know-how needed.
1
Pick your build
Choose the 64-bit installer for modern Windows, or the portable ZIP for a no-install setup.
2
Run the download
Click a download button — it points to the official notepad-plus-plus.org release every time.
3
Install or unzip
Launch the installer and follow the wizard, or simply extract the portable ZIP anywhere you like.
4
Start editing
Open Notepad++, drop in your files and enjoy instant syntax highlighting and tabs.
Questions
Notepad++ download FAQ
Is the Notepad++ download free?
Yes. Notepad++ is free and open-source software under the GNU GPL. Every Notepad++ download — installer, portable and MSI — is completely free, with no licence fee and no ads.
Which Notepad++ for Windows version should I download?
Most people should download the 64-bit Notepad++ installer, which suits Windows 10 and 11. On an older 32-bit system, choose the 32-bit build instead. The portable editions need no installation at all.
Where is the safest place to download Notepad Plus Plus?
Always get your Notepad Plus Plus download from the official project at notepad-plus-plus.org or the verified GitHub releases page. Every download button on this site links directly to those official sources, so you always receive the genuine, signed build.
Does Notepad++ work on Windows 11?
Yes. The latest Notepad++ download runs smoothly on Windows 11, 10, 8 and 7, on both 64-bit and 32-bit systems.
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