Minecraft is far from the most expensive game on the market. However, 20 bucks is 20 bucks, especially for new players who might want to try the game before buying it for full price. We have created this guide to help you play the game for free.
In this article, we will share various ways to download Minecraft for free on mobile devices, Windows and Mac computers. Furthermore, we will explain how to set up a Minecraft account and play the game with friends on a local or external server.
Download Minecraft for free
The instructions for playing the free Minecraft version differ significantly depending on the operating system of your device – find a suitable guide below.
iphone
Unfortunately, it is impossible to download the official Minecraft version for free on an iPhone. There are many websites that offer a free download of Minecraft Pocket Edition for iPhone, but we cannot recommend any particular option. There is always a chance of getting a virus when you install pirated games, and you should be aware of the consequences. However, a free version of the game is available for Windows and Mac computers. If you own a PC or laptop running one of these operating systems, find the instructions for installing free Minecraft below.
Android
A free trial of Minecraft Pocket Edition is available for Android users. Follow the steps below to claim it:
- Visit the official minecraft website and click on Android icon. You will then be redirected to Google Play.
- Click install and wait for the game to load.
- Open the game on your phone and register or log in to an existing account to start playing.
The free trial only lasts for 90 minutes, but there is a way to extend it endlessly. Here’s how to do it:
- Stop playing before the 90 minute trial period ends. We recommend playing for no longer than 80 minutes to ensure you have enough time for the next steps.
- Exit and save your current Minecraft world.
- Create a new world or copy your previous world. You can still play <90 minutes in it. Then you will have to repeat the process again. The time does not count when you exit the game.
please note: Minecraft Pocket Edition free trial is available in the US, but may not work for other countries.
Windows 10
The first way to play Minecraft for free is to use the TLauncher. The tricky part here is that using TLauncher is against Minecraft’s user agreement. The download site may also contain viruses, so we recommend using a VPN and antivirus to protect your computer during installation. Follow the steps below to install Minecraft with TLauncher:
- go to the Minecraft download page and click Download. It is a small text that is under the get it now button.
- Once you are redirected to a new page, click Request download links.
- On a new page, select the download option for Windows (.exe file).
- Once the file is uploaded, double-click the launcher icon to run it.
- In the launcher installation window, expand the drop-down menu and select Create and manage accounts.
- Click the green plus icon to register an account and then select Free (without password). Follow instructions on the screen. Optionally, click Mojang.com account if you already own an account.
- Select your account and click on the orange house icon to report.
- Once you’re signed into your account and redirected to the installation window, select the Minecraft version you want to install from the drop-down menu.
- Click Install and play and wait for the installation to finish. Then launch the game and start playing.
If you don’t want to risk the safety of your computer, you can play the official Minecraft demo for free for 100 minutes. It’s not a lot, but it should be enough for you to decide if the full version is worth paying for. Here’s how to install the Minecraft demo:
- Visit the official Minecraft website and click Download for Windows to download the demo installation file.
- Once the file is downloaded, double-click it to run the installation process.
- Follow instructions on the screen.
- Once the Minecraft Launcher is installed, double-click its icon to open it. You can place the icon on your desktop or in the start menu.
- Click sign upthen register a new Minecraft account or log into an existing one.
- Once you are logged in, click play demo. The 100 minute demo period can be extended for up to five days. When it expires, you will need to purchase the full version.
Finally, you can play the official Minecraft Classic 2009 version for free for an unlimited period of time. Follow the steps below to install it:
- Download the installation file.
- Enter your username.
- Click startand you are ready to go.
Mac
Just like Windows users, Mac Minecraft players have three options to play the game for free. The first one is to install the game using TLauncher:
- Go to the Minecraft Download page and click Download. It is a small text that is under the get it now button.
- Once you are redirected to a new page, click Request download links.
- On a new page, select the download option for Mac (.jar file). Make sure you have the latest version of Java to run the file.
- Once the file is uploaded, double-click the launcher icon to run it.
- In the launcher installation window, expand the drop-down menu and select Create and manage accounts.
- Click the green plus icon to register an account and then select Free (without password). Follow instructions on the screen. Optionally, click Mojang.com account if you already own an account.
- Select your account and click the orange house icon to log in.
- Once you’re signed into your account and redirected to the installation window, select the Minecraft version you want to install from the drop-down menu.
- Click Install and play and wait for the installation to finish. Then launch the game and start playing.
The second option is to play an official Minecraft demo of 100 minutes:
- Visit the official Minecraft website and click Download for MacOS on Download the demo installation file.
- Once the file is uploaded, double-click it to run the installation process.
- Follow instructions on the screen.
- Once the Minecraft Launcher is installed, double-click its icon to open it. You can find the icon in the Applications folder.
- Click sign upthen register a new Minecraft account or log into an existing one.
- Once you are logged in, click play demo. The 100 minute demo period can be extended for up to five days. When it’s done, you’ll need to buy the full version.
The last option is to play the first version of Minecraft. The installation process is extremely simple:
- Download the installation file.
- Enter your username.
- Click startand you are ready to go.
How to set up a minecraft account?
A Minecraft account is required to play any version of the game. Fortunately, setting up an account is free, and you can use it without any problem with the free game version. The steps are all the same regardless of the device you are using.
- Visit the official minecraft website and click on sign up button in the upper right corner of your screen.
- Choose Sign in with Microsoft if you own a Microsoft account. The registration will take place automatically; no further action is required on your part.
- If you don’t have a Microsoft account or don’t want to use it, select Join for free.
- Enter your email address and then click Following.
- Enter your password and click Following.
- Select your region and date of birth and then click Following.
- Open your email and enter the verification code you received from Minecraft in the registration window.
- Solve the Captcha.
- Create a Minecraft username and choose an avatar then click Let’s go.
Frequently Asked Questions
In this section we will answer more questions about playing Minecraft.
How to play minecraft with friends on mobile?
If all your friends use the same Wi-Fi network, you can play on a local server. Follow the steps below to start playing together:
1. Open the game Institutions.
2. Slide the toggle button next to it Local Server Multiplayer after the On position.
3. Load the world you want to play in on your device before other players load it. You are now the host of the game.
4. Your friends have to type play and select the world located at the top of their list and highlighted in blue.
If your friends use a different network, you will need to create a new external server or use an existing one. Follow the instructions below:
1. Visit the Minecraft Pocket Edition Server List to find your server information.
2. Tap into the game playthen navigate to the servers tab.
3.Tap add server to connect to an external server.
4. Fill in the required information – server name, IP address and port number.
5.Tap play to start playing.
Enjoy Minecraft for free
Hopefully, with the help of our guide, you can now play Minecraft for free. Be aware of viruses when downloading unofficial game versions. We recommend using antivirus and VPN software to scan all files before installation. And if you really enjoy the game, consider paying for the official version to show respect to the developers.
Do you know any safe and reliable sites to download Minecraft for iPhone for free? Share your experiences in the comments section below.