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WinPass11 for Windows

  • Free
  • In English
  • V0.1.1
  • 4
  • (3)

Bypass Windows 11 hardware restrictions

WinPass11 is a free utility for PC made by indie developer Arkane Development. This open-source tool enables users to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware. It provides them access to the operating system's development channel, therefore bypassing any restrictions through an easy one-click process.

When Windows 11 was finally announced, it was to the joy of many long-time users of the popular desktop OS. However, it came with strict hardware requirements that not all existing PCs meet. With WinPass11, users can essentially bypass those restrictions and install the OS on any machine.

What is WinPass11?

There was a 6-year interim between the release of Windows 10 and Windows 11, which in the tech space, is like a lifetime considering how fast the industry moves. It is no surprise then that when Microsoft finally announced its latest and “greatest” OS, it was a wish come true for a lot of users and fans. However, not everything was all roses and rainbows for everyone involved.

Windows 11 came with some nice visual changes, as well as much appreciated under-the-hood improvements to overall speed and performance. However, it also brought with it, certain conditions and requirements that users needed to meet if they are to upgrade to the latest iteration of the OS, which not everyone did. Using WinPass11, though, those restrictions can be bypassed and will let anyone install the operating system on their machines.

Once downloaded, simply follow the installation steps, and the tool will do the rest. You will then proceed to download Windows 11 for your PC, hence ensure you have a stable internet connection for this. Just be aware that while this tool works, for now, it could be addressed by Microsoft in a future patch and would no longer be effective.

Experience what Windows 11 has to offer, for now

If you were excited to try out Windows 11, but your PC was not able to meet its hardware requirements, WinPass11 provides you with an opportunity to experience Microsoft's latest and greatest OS, restrictions notwithstanding. It's unclear how long this method will work, but if you're curious, now is the time to try it out. 

  • Pros

    • Install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware
    • Fast and easy installation process
    • Free and open-source
  • Cons

    • This method might get patched in future updates
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App specs

  • License

    Free

  • Version

    0.1.1

  • Latest update

  • Platform

    Windows

  • OS

    Windows 10

  • Language

    English

  • Downloads

    3.8K

    Last month's downloads

    • 25
  • Size

    19.46 KB

  • Developer

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Icon of program: WinPass11

WinPass11 for PC

  • Free
  • In English
  • V0.1.1
  • 4
  • (3)

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