Windows 11 Media Creation Tool (Official Microsoft Utility)

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  • Windows 11 Media Creation Tool (Official Microsoft Utility)

    đź§° Windows 11 Media Creation Tool (Official Microsoft Utility)





    Category: Microsoft Official Tools

    Author: jmarket (PCHF Founder)

    Verified by: PCHF Staff • October 2025



    Overview


    The Windows 11 Media Creation Tool is Microsoft’s official utility for downloading and preparing Windows 11 installation media.
    It enables users to create bootable USB drives, DVDs, or ISO files directly from Microsoft’s servers, ensuring that all installation files are genuine and digitally signed.
    The tool also supports direct in-place upgrades for compatible systems and automatically fetches the latest 25H2 build with integrated updates.



    Key Features



    • Official Source: Downloads Windows 11 installation files directly from Microsoft’s CDN.

    • Multiple Options: Create bootable USB drives, burn DVDs, or save ISOs for later use.

    • Upgrade or Clean Install: Supports both upgrade installations and fresh setups.

    • Authentic & Verified: Each file is digitally signed by Microsoft for guaranteed integrity.

    • Automatic Selection: Detects correct edition and architecture for your system.



    System Requirements



    • Operating System: Windows 10 or later

    • Internet connection

    • At least 8 GB USB drive or equivalent free disk space

    • Administrator privileges required to execute



    Usage



    1. Visit the official Microsoft Windows 11 download page.

    2. Download and run MediaCreationTool.exe as Administrator.

    3. Accept Microsoft’s license terms to continue.

    4. Choose one of the following options:

      – Upgrade this PC now to perform an in-place upgrade.

      – Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for clean installations or repairs.

    5. Follow on-screen prompts to complete setup or media creation.



    Example Command


    MediaCreationTool.exe


    Notes



    • Requires Windows 10 or later to run.

    • Systems must meet Windows 11 hardware requirements (TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot).

    • Always download directly from Microsoft to ensure authenticity.

    • Use only with official Windows 11 25H2 ISOs.



    Policy


    PCHF strictly allows downloads only from Microsoft’s official website.
    Modified or redistributed versions of the Media Creation Tool are not permitted.
    This ensures authenticity, integrity, and compliance with Microsoft licensing terms.



    Download


    Official Microsoft Media Creation Tool Download Page



    Technical Information



    • Publisher: Microsoft Corporation

    • Version: 25H2 (26100.***)

    • Release Date: October 2025

    • License: Freeware (Microsoft Official Utility)



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