> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/getting-started/installation.md). # Installation * [**System Requirements**](/quantower/getting-started/installation.md#pc-requirements) * [**Installation Steps**](/quantower/getting-started/installation.md#installation-steps) * [**Uninstalling**](/quantower/getting-started/installation.md#uninstall) *** Once you've downloaded the [**Quantower platform**](https://www.quantower.com/download) from our official website, you're ready to install it. Quantower installs differently from the standard Windows® setup most users are used to — here's what that means. {% embed url="" %} {% hint style="success" %} Quantower doesn't copy files into your system folders (AppData or Program Files), and it doesn't write anything to the Windows registry. {% endhint %} In practice, this means Quantower never touches the rest of your operating system, and when you remove it, it leaves no traces behind. The "installer" simply extracts the program files into a folder you choose. Because of this, you can keep Quantower on a removable drive and run it as a portable app on any computer. It also makes moving Quantower — along with all your settings — to another PC effortless: just copy the Quantower folder and paste it wherever you like. ### System requirements {% hint style="info" %} * Windows 10 or 11 * [.NET 8.](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/thank-you/runtime-desktop-8.0.15-windows-x64-installer) In most cases, the platform will prompt you to update .NET to the latest version from Microsoft's official website. * At least 1 GB of free disk space (more if you load a lot of market history). * **Hardware requirements depend on how you use Quantower.** Most desktop systems run it without any trouble. * For a fast, responsive setup, we recommend 16 GB of RAM, a 4-core CPU or better, and an SSD (solid-state drive). {% endhint %} {% hint style="warning" %} **Microsoft no longer supports Windows 7 or Windows 8**, so the platform may fail to start or behave incorrectly on them. [See Microsoft's official site for details on supported versions.](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/13853/windows-lifecycle-fact-sheet)\ \ We recommend Windows 10 or 11. {% endhint %} ### Installation steps ![Quantower installer screen](/files/-LV-drmaMHt0eDoW2sUi) 1. [**Download the installer**](https://updates.quantower.com/Quantower/x64/latest/Quantower.exe) and run the ***Quantower.exe*** file. 2. Choose a folder to extract the application files into — ideally your Downloads folder or a secondary drive, not the system drive. Some features may not work correctly if you install Quantower on the C: system drive because of Windows administrative rules and restrictions. 3. When extraction finishes, the platform starts automatically. A window opens where you can pick the connection to enable by default, along with the default [**workspace**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/general-settings/workspaces-binds-groups). *** **dxFeed Simulated** provides market data for a limited set of symbols with a 24-hour delay. This connection is meant only for getting to know the platform. {% hint style="info" %} To get **real-time data** or access more symbols from dxFeed, [**subscribe to their paid service**](https://get.dxfeed.com/orders/new/quantower) on their official website. {% endhint %} If you choose **Binance**, the platform connects in **Info mode**, without the ability to place trades. This connection is for exploring the platform or for viewing and analyzing real-time cryptocurrency charts. {% hint style="info" %} To trade on Binance, switch to Trading mode and add your API keys. Learn more about [**connecting to the Binance exchange**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/connections/connection-to-binance-futures). {% endhint %}
Within a minute, a window appears with the platform's terms of use. Review and accept them to continue.
{% hint style="warning" %} You may need to allow incoming and outgoing connections for the ***Starter.exe*** file (Quantower's main executable) in your firewall settings. {% endhint %}

Default workspace with DxFeed Simulated data

Default workspace with Binance Spot connection

### Uninstalling To uninstall Quantower, simply ***delete the folder with the application files***. If you want to keep your personal settings (connection details and workspaces), copy the "Settings" folder — located inside the Quantower folder — before deleting everything. You can later paste this "Settings" folder into any other Quantower folder. You can also use the [**Backup & restore manager**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/troubleshooting/backup-and-restore-manager) to save your settings to a single file and restore them later. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://help.quantower.com/quantower/getting-started/installation.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.