step-by-step
Before installing Claude Code, make sure your system meets all requirements to avoid errors or unnecessary troubleshooting later.
Windows 10 or newer
Stable Internet Connection
Git for Windows Installed
Paid Claude Account
Git for Windows is required because Claude Code depends on Git Bash to run commands properly during installation process.
Claude Code only works with paid plans like Pro or Teams, so make sure your account is upgraded before installing.
Open PowerShell or any terminal like CMD, no administrator permissions required, just a normal session works perfectly fine.
Copy and paste the official install command into PowerShell and press Enter to begin the installation process instantly.
irm https://claude.ai/install.ps1 | iex
The installer downloads files, configures your system path, and completes setup automatically within a minute without manual steps.
Type “claude --version” in terminal to confirm installation worked correctly and the tool is successfully added to your system.
If command doesn’t work, restart your terminal completely and run it again because system path updates need a fresh session.
Type “claude” in terminal, it opens browser login page, sign in and authorize access to complete setup process.
Claude Code is now installed successfully on your Windows system and ready to use directly from your terminal anytime.