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Windows Installation

Installing Traintastic on Windows takes only a few minutes. You’ll download the installer, allow it through Windows Defender if prompted, and follow the setup wizard. This guide walks you through every step with screenshots so you know exactly what to expect.

Download the latest release from traintastic.org/download, run the installer and follow the steps below.

Step 1: Windows Defender

Windows may warn you because Traintastic is not yet a signed application. This is expected — you can safely continue. Click More info to show application information.

Step 2: Windows Defender

Click Run anyway to start the installer.

Step 3: User Account Control

Click Yes to allow running the installer.

Step 4: Select Language

Select the language for the installation wizard and click OK. The chosen language will also be used by Traintastic when it starts.

Step 5: License Agreement

Select I accept the agreement and click Next.

Step 6: Select Components

Choose the installation type:

  • Client and Server – select this if this PC will control your model railway.
  • Client only – select this if this PC will only connect to another Traintastic server on your network.

Then click Next.

Step 7: Desktop Shortcuts and Firewall Rules

  • Uncheck Create a desktop shortcut if you don’t want shortcuts.
  • Firewall rules will be added automatically to allow other PCs and devices to connect to Traintastic. You can uncheck this if not needed.

Then click Next.

Step 8: Ready for Installation

Click Install to start the installation of Traintastic.

Step 9: Installation Finished

Click Finish to exit the installer. Installation is now complete.

After installation, continue with: The Quick Start series.