The official way to download Minecraft for free on PC is by getting the Minecraft free trial offered by Mojang. The trial is available for Windows (PC) and can be accessed by going to the official Minecraft website and selecting the free trial option. You need to download the Minecraft installer from there, install it, then log in with a new Microsoft account that has not used the trial before. This allows you to play Minecraft for free for a limited trial period. If you have an Xbox Game Pass subscription, you might also be able to play Minecraft for free through that, as it includes both Java and Bedrock editions.
Summary of steps to download the free trial of Minecraft on PC:
- Go to the official Minecraft website: minecraft.net
- Navigate to the Games menu, then click "Try Minecraft Free" or "Free Trial"
- Download the installer compatible with Windows 10/11
- Run the installer and follow installation instructions
- Login with a new Microsoft account to activate the free trial
- Click "Play Demo" to start the free trial gameplay
This is the only legitimate and safe method to play Minecraft for free on PC without purchasing the full game. Other methods or sources may be unsafe or illegal.
