Minecraft isn’t the most expensive game on the market. However, $20 is $20, especially for new players who may want to try out the game before paying full price. This guide was created to assist you in playing the game for free.

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In this article, we’ll go over several methods for getting Minecraft for free on mobile devices, Windows computers, and Mac computers. We’ll also show you how to create a Minecraft account and play the game with friends on a local or external server.
How to Get Free Minecraft Accounts
The instructions for playing the free Minecraft version vary greatly depending on your device’s operating system; find a suitable guide below.
iPhone
Unfortunately, there is no way to get the official Minecraft version for free on an iPhone. There are numerous websites that provide a free download of Minecraft Pocket Edition for iPhone, but we cannot recommend one in particular. When installing pirated games, there is always the risk of getting a virus, and you should be aware of the consequences. A free version of the game is, however, available for Windows and Mac computers. If you own a PC or laptop that runs one of these operating systems, follow the steps below to install free Minecraft.
Android
For Android users, a free trial of Minecraft Pocket Edition is available. To claim it, follow the steps below:
- Navigate to the official Minecraft website and select the Android icon. You will then be taken to Google Play.
- Select “Install” and wait for the game to be downloaded.
- To begin playing, open the game on your phone and register or sign in to an existing account.
The free trial is only valid for 90 minutes, but it can be extended indefinitely. Here’s how you do it: - Stop playing before the trial period of 90 minutes expires. To ensure you have enough time for the next steps, we recommend playing for no more than 80 minutes.
- Exit Minecraft and save your current world.
- Make a new world or duplicate your previous one. You can continue to play for another 90 minutes. The process will then have to be repeated. When you exit the game, the timer stops.
Note that the Minecraft Pocket Edition free trial is only available in the United States and may not work in other countries.
Windows 10
The TLauncher is the first way to play Minecraft for free. The tricky part is that using TLauncher violates the Minecraft User Agreement. Because the download website may contain viruses, we recommend using a VPN and antivirus software to protect your computer during installation. To install Minecraft with TLauncher, follow the steps below:
- Navigate to the Minecraft download page and click the Download button. It’s the small text below the Get It Now button.
- Click Request Download Links after being redirected to a new page.
- On a new page, select the Windows download option (.exe file).
- Once the file has been uploaded, double-click the launcher icon to launch it.
- Expand the dropdown menu in the launcher installation window and select Create and manage accounts.
- To register an account, click the green plus icon, then choose Free (no password). Follow the on-screen directions. Click Mojang.com account if you already have an account.
- To log in, select your account and click the orange house icon.
- After logging in to your account and returning to the installation window, choose the Minecraft version you want to install from the dropdown menu.
- Select Install and play, then wait for the installation to complete. Then, start playing the game by launching it.
If you don’t want to jeopardize your computer’s security, you can play the official Minecraft demo for 100 minutes for free. This isn’t much, but it should be enough to help you decide whether the full version is worth paying for. Here’s how you can get the Minecraft demo:
- Go to the Minecraft website and select Download For Windows to get the demo installation file.
- Once the file has been uploaded, double-click it to begin the installation process.
- Comply with the on-screen instructions.
- After installing the Minecraft Launcher, double-click on its icon to launch it. The icon can be found on your desktop or in the Start menu.
- Click Sign Up, and then either create a new Minecraft account or log in to an existing one.
- After logging in, select Play Demo. The demo period of 100 minutes can be extended for up to five days. You’ll have to buy the full version once it’s expired.
Finally, the official Minecraft Classic 2009 version is available for free for an indefinite period of time. To install it, follow the steps below:
- Get the installation file.
- Enter your username.
- Press the Start button to begin.
Mac
Mac Minecraft players, like Windows users, have three options for playing the game for free. The first step is to use TLauncher to install the game:
- Navigate to the Minecraft download page and click the Download button. It’s the small text below the Get It Now button.
- Click Request Download Links after being redirected to a new page.
- On the next page, choose the Mac download option (.jar file). To run the file, make sure you have the most recent version of Java installed.
- Once the file has been uploaded, double-click the launcher icon to launch it.
- Expand the dropdown menu in the launcher installation window and select Create and manage accounts.
- To register an account, click the green plus icon, then choose Free (no password). Follow the on-screen directions. Click Mojang.com account if you already have an account.
- To log in, select your account and click the orange house icon.
- After logging in to your account and returning to the installation window, choose the Minecraft version you want to install from the dropdown menu.
- Select Install and play, then wait for the installation to complete. Then, start playing the game by launching it.
The second option is to play the official Minecraft demo, which lasts 100 minutes:
- Go to the Minecraft website and click Download For MacOS to get the demo installation file.
- Once the file has been uploaded, double-click it to begin the installation process.
- Comply with the on-screen instructions.
- After installing the Minecraft Launcher, double-click on its icon to launch it. The icon can be found in the Applications folder.
- Click Sign Up, and then either create a new Minecraft account or log in to an existing one.
- After logging in, select Play Demo. The demo period of 100 minutes can be extended for up to five days. When it is finished, you will be required to purchase the full version.
The final option is to play the original Minecraft. The installation procedure is extremely straightforward:
- Get the installation file.
- Enter your username.
- Press the Start button to begin.
How Do I Create a Minecraft Account?
To play any version of the game, you must have a Minecraft account. Fortunately, creating an account is free, and you can use it with the free game version without any problems.
Pocket Version
Follow the steps below to create a Minecraft account on a mobile device:
- Go to the official Minecraft website and click “Log In” in the upper-right corner of your screen.
- Click on Sign up for free.
- Enter your email address and click Next.
- Enter your password and press the Next button.
- Choose your region and birthday, then click Next.
- Open your email and enter the Minecraft verification code into the registration window.
- Complete the Captcha.
- Choose a Minecraft and an avatar, then press the Let’s Go button.
Windows 10
If you play Minecraft on Windows 10, simply follow the steps below to sign up:
- Go to the Minecraft website and click the Log In button in the upper-right corner of your screen.
- If you have a Microsoft account, select Sign in With Microsoft. The sign-in will take place automatically; no further action is required on your part.
- Choose Sign up for free if you don’t have a Microsoft account or don’t want to use one.
- Enter your email address and click Next.
- Enter your password and press the Next button.
- Choose your region and birthday, then click Next.
- Open your email and enter the Minecraft verification code into the registration window.
- Complete the Captcha.
- Create a Minecraft username and choose an avatar before clicking Let’s Go.
Mac
Creating a Minecraft account on a Mac is similar to creating one on a Windows PC or mobile device. Take the following steps:
- Go to the Minecraft website and click the Log In button in the upper-right corner of your screen.
- Click on Sign up for free.
- Enter your email address and click Next.
- Enter your password and press the Next button.
- Choose your region and birthday, then click Next.
- Open your email and enter the Minecraft verification code into the registration window.
- Complete the Captcha.
- Create a Minecraft username and choose an avatar before clicking Let’s Go.
Questions and Answers
We’ll answer more questions about Minecraft in this section.
You can play on a local server if all of your friends use the same Wi-Fi network. To begin playing together, follow the steps below:
Go to the game’s settings.
Turn the toggle next to Local Server Multiplayer to the On position.
Load the world in which you want to play on your device before other players do. You are now the game’s host.
Have your friends tap Play and select the world at the top of their list, highlighted in blue.
If your friends are on a different network, you will need to either create a new external server or use one that already exists. Follow the steps outlined below:
Find your server information by visiting the Minecraft Pocket Edition server list.
Tap Play in the game, then go to the Servers tab.
Select Add server to connect to a remote server.
Enter the necessary information, including the server name, IP address, and port number.
Press the Play button to begin playing.
Minecraft is available for free.
Hopefully, with our help, you can now play Minecraft for free. When downloading unofficial game versions, be cautious of viruses. We recommend scanning all files before installation with antivirus software and a VPN. And, if you truly enjoy the game, consider purchasing the official version to show your appreciation to the developers.
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