Inkscape for Windows
🖊 Free & Open Source · Windows 10 / 11

Download Inkscape for Windows — Official MSI Installer

Inkscape is the leading free vector graphics editor for Windows. Download the official MSI, follow the install guide, fix common issues and extend Inkscape with community extensions.

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✅ Version 1.4.4 ✅ Windows 10 & 11 (64-bit) ✅ Free — GPL license

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Download MSI

Official Inkscape MSI for Windows 10 & 11 with reCAPTCHA verification — fast and safe.
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Install Guide

Step-by-step installation walkthrough, first-run setup and common installer errors.
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System Requirements

Minimum and recommended CPU, RAM, GPU and disk requirements for Inkscape on Windows.
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Troubleshooting

Fix crashes, slow performance, GPU issues, startup failures and rendering problems.
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Extensions

Install and manage Inkscape extensions on Windows. Best extensions for designers.
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Detailed comparison of Inkscape and Illustrator — features, formats, price and workflow.

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Quick start — Inkscape on Windows

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Download the MSI

Click the Download button above. reCAPTCHA verification ensures the download is protected. The installer is the official signed Inkscape MSI for Windows 64-bit.

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Run as Administrator

Right-click the downloaded .msi and choose Run as administrator. Follow the installer wizard — default settings are fine for most users.

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First launch

On first run Inkscape may take 15–30 seconds to load as it initialises fonts and extensions. This is normal. Subsequent launches are faster.

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Install extensions (optional)

Extend Inkscape's capabilities with community extensions. See the extensions guide and how to install them.

Frequently asked questions

Is Inkscape free for Windows?

Yes. Inkscape is completely free and open source under the GNU GPL licence. No trials, subscriptions or paid tiers.

Does Inkscape work on Windows 11?

Yes. Inkscape 1.4.4 fully supports Windows 11. See the Windows 11 guide for specific optimisation tips.

What are Inkscape's system requirements?

Minimum: Windows 10 64-bit, 2 GB RAM, 500 MB disk. Recommended: 8 GB RAM, dedicated GPU. See the full system requirements page and GPU requirements.

Can I run Inkscape without installing it?

Yes — use the portable version or PortableApps edition to run Inkscape from a USB drive with no installation required.

Why does Inkscape keep crashing on Windows?

Most crashes are caused by GPU driver conflicts or incompatible extensions. See the crash fix guide and troubleshooting page.