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How to Install Stremio on Windows (10/11) - Step by Step Guide 2025

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What You’ll Do

Install the Stremio desktop application on your Windows PC following the official, safe installation method.

Requirements:

  • Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11 (32-bit or 64-bit)
  • Administrator access
  • Internet connection
  • 200 MB free disk space (plus 1-5 GB for cache recommended)

Time required: 10-15 minutes

Before You Start

System Check

  1. Check your Windows version:

    • Press Win + R, type winver, press Enter
    • You should see Windows 7 or newer

  2. Check available disk space:

    • Open File Explorer
    • Right-click your C: drive → Properties
    • Ensure at least 2 GB free space

  3. Ensure you have administrator rights:

    • You’ll need this to install software
Warning

Windows 7/8 users: Stremio works but these OS versions are no longer supported by Microsoft. Consider upgrading to Windows 10/11 for better security.

Step-by-Step Installation

Install Stremio

  1. Download the installer

    • Go to https://www.stremio.com in your web browser
    • Click “Download” or “Download for Windows”
    • Save the file (usually named Stremio-Setup-X.X.X.exe) to your Downloads folder
    Note

    File size: The installer is usually 80-120 MB. Download time depends on your internet speed.

  2. Run the installer

    • Go to your Downloads folder
    • Double-click the Stremio-Setup-X.X.X.exe file
    • Windows may show a “Do you want to allow this app to make changes?” prompt
    • Click “Yes”

  3. Choose installation language

    • Select your preferred language from the dropdown
    • Click “OK”

  4. Accept the license agreement

    • Read the agreement (or not, but you should)
    • Check the box “I accept the agreement”
    • Click “Next”

  5. Choose installation location

    • Default is usually C:\Program Files\Stremio (recommended)
    • To change: Click “Browse” and select a different folder
    • Click “Next”
    Tip

    Stick with the default unless you have a specific reason to change it (like low C: drive space).

  6. Select Start Menu folder

    • Default is “Stremio” (recommended)
    • Click “Next”

  7. Choose additional tasks

    • Check “Create a desktop icon” if you want a shortcut on your desktop
    • Check “Launch Stremio” to open it automatically after install
    • Click “Next”

  8. Install

    • Click “Install”
    • Wait for the installation to complete (1-2 minutes)

  9. Finish

    • Click “Finish”
    • Stremio will launch automatically (if you checked that option)

First Launch

What to Expect

When Stremio opens for the first time:

  1. Windows Firewall prompt may appear asking if you want to allow Stremio to access the network

    • Click “Allow access” (required for streaming)

  2. Welcome screen will appear

    • You’ll see options to Sign In, Sign Up, or Skip

  3. Initial setup

Warning

Firewall prompt is important: If you click “Cancel” or “Block,” Stremio won’t be able to stream. If you made a mistake, go to Windows Firewall settings and manually allow Stremio.

Verify Installation

Make sure everything is working:

Test Stremio

  1. Stremio should be running

    • You should see the Stremio window open

  2. Check the version

    • Click Settings (gear icon in top-right)
    • Scroll to the bottom of the Settings page
    • You should see the version number (e.g., “v4.4.168”)

  3. Test the interface

    • Click around: Discover, Library, Search
    • Everything should load smoothly

  4. Close and reopen

    • Close Stremio
    • Open it again from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut
    • Should launch within 5-10 seconds

If anything doesn’t work, see Troubleshooting below.

Common Mistakes

❌ Installing from an unofficial source

Why it’s bad: Risk of malware, viruses, or modified versions.

How to avoid: Only download from stremio.com. If you Googled “Stremio download” and clicked an ad or third-party site, you might have the wrong file.

❌ Skipping the firewall prompt

Why it’s bad: Stremio won’t be able to stream if Windows blocks it.

How to fix:

  1. Go to Windows Settings → Privacy & Security → Windows Security → Firewall & network protection
  2. Click “Allow an app through firewall”
  3. Find Stremio in the list and check both Private and Public boxes
  4. Restart Stremio

❌ Installing on a full hard drive

Why it’s bad: Installation will fail or Stremio won’t have space for cache.

How to avoid: Check free space before installing (see System Check above).

❌ Not updating Windows first

Why it’s bad: Stremio may not run properly on an outdated Windows install.

How to avoid: Run Windows Update before installing Stremio.

How to Uninstall / Rollback

If you need to remove Stremio:

Uninstall Stremio

  1. Close Stremio (if it’s running)

  2. Open Windows Settings

    • Press Win + I
    • Or: Start Menu → Settings

  3. Go to Apps

    • Windows 10/11: Apps → Apps & features
    • Windows 7/8: Programs → Programs and Features

  4. Find Stremio

    • Scroll or search for “Stremio”

  5. Uninstall

    • Click Stremio → Uninstall
    • Confirm when prompted

  6. Delete user data (optional)

    • Press Win + R, type %appdata%, press Enter
    • Delete the Stremio folder (this removes your local data—only do this if you want a complete reset)
Warning

Uninstalling removes the app but may leave settings and cache. To completely reset, delete the data folder as described in step 6.

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

Problem: “Windows protected your PC” message

Cause: Windows SmartScreen blocking the installer.

Solution:

  1. Click “More info”
  2. Click “Run anyway”
  3. This is safe if you downloaded from stremio.com

Problem: “Installation failed” or error message

Possible causes and fixes:

  1. Not enough disk space

    • Free up space and try again

  2. Antivirus blocking installation

    • Temporarily disable antivirus
    • Install Stremio
    • Re-enable antivirus
    • Add Stremio to antivirus exclusions

  3. Corrupted download

    • Delete the installer
    • Download it again
    • Try installing again

  4. Permissions issue

    • Right-click the installer → Run as administrator

Problem: Stremio won’t launch after installation

Possible causes and fixes:

  1. Missing Visual C++ Redistributables

  2. Windows Defender blocking execution

    • Check Windows Defender quarantine
    • Restore Stremio if it’s there
    • Add it to exclusions

  3. Firewall blocking

For more help, see App Crashes & Freezes.

Updating Stremio

Stremio automatically checks for updates. When a new version is available:

  1. You’ll see a notification in the app
  2. Click “Update” or “Download”
  3. Stremio will download and install the update
  4. Restart when prompted

Manual update:

  1. Download the latest installer from stremio.com
  2. Run it—it’ll install over the existing version
  3. Your settings and data will be preserved

Alternative Installation Methods

Portable Version (Advanced)

Stremio doesn’t officially offer a portable version, but you can:

  • Install normally
  • Copy the installed files to a USB drive
  • Run Stremio.exe directly (may require manual configuration)

Not recommended for beginners.

Beta/Development Versions

Only for advanced users who want to test new features:

  • Available on GitHub or Stremio’s official channels
  • May be unstable
  • Not covered in this guide

Next Steps

Now that Stremio is installed:

What to Do Next

  1. First 10 Minutes Setup — Configure Stremio safely
  2. Navigation Basics — Learn the interface
  3. Add-ons Explained — Understand how to add content

Need help?

Tip

Don’t skip the setup guide! Proper configuration now will save you headaches later.