Overview

What is XAMPP?

XAMPP is an easy to install Apache distribution for Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and Solaris.

In depth

A closer look at XAMPP

XAMPP is an easy to install Apache distribution for Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and Solaris. The package includes the Apache web server, MySQL, PHP, Perl, a FTP server and phpMyAdmin. XAMPP has been designed to be the easiest way to install and run a development server. There are numerous other WAMP packages available, but XAMPP is one of the most complete on offer. In addition to Apache, MySQL, and PHP, XAMPP includes other really useful tools such as the phpMyAdmin database administration tool, FileZilla FTP server, Mercury mail server, Perl programming language, and JSP server Tomcat.

In the XAMPP control panel you can configure the above services with ease. XAMPP can also install an administration site as the home page of the server. From which you can undertake all manner of administrative tasks, such as checking the server status and security, launch tools like phpMyAdmin and Webalizer analytics. You can also view PHP demos which can be of use for those developers who are just starting out.

Requirements

System requirements

Windows (All Versions)

Verdict

Should you download XAMPP?

XAMPP runs on Windows 10/11 and is available under the OpenSource under LGPL license — the installer is 124.02 MB. We’ve catalogued it under General.

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XAMPP specifications

Category: General
Publisher: Apache Friends
Last updated: Apr 29, 2026
Requirements: Windows (All Versions)
License: OpenSource under LGPL
Operating system: Windows 10/11
File size: 124.02 MB
Price: Free
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