How to Install Appwrite on Windows 11

Appwrite is an open-source backend as a service platform that allows developers to build full-stack, scalable applications quickly. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Appwrite on Windows 11.

Prerequisites

Before we start, ensure that your system meets the following prerequisites.

  • Windows 11 Installed
  • Docker Installed
  • Internet Connection

Step 1: Download the Appwrite Installer

Visit the Appwrite official website, and click on the Get Started button. Then, select the Self-Hosted option, and click on Download.

image showing how to download appwrite

Save the file in your preferred location.

Step 2: Install Appwrite using Docker

Once the Appwrite installer is downloaded, double-click on the file to launch it. The installer will open in a command prompt window.

image showing command prompt window

Wait for the installation process to complete. It may take a couple of minutes to complete the process.

image showing appwrite installation process

Step 3: Verify the Appwrite Installation

Once the installation is completed, open your preferred web browser, and navigate to http://localhost/dashboard. If the installation was successful, you should see the Appwrite Dashboard Login Page.

image showing appwrite dashboard login page

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have guided you through the steps to install Appwrite on Windows 11 using Docker. You can start using Appwrite to develop your next project. Happy Coding!