How to install Git on Windows

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Installing Git on Windows is essential for modern development workflows, enabling version control, collaboration, and deployment processes for any software project. As the creator of CoreUI, a widely used open-source UI library, I’ve guided thousands of developers through Git installation on Windows for contributing to our repositories, managing component libraries, and maintaining enterprise codebases. From my expertise, the most reliable approach is to use the official Git for Windows installer. This method provides a complete Git environment with Git Bash, Git GUI, and proper Windows integration while ensuring compatibility with development tools and IDEs.

Download and run the official Git for Windows installer from git-scm.com for the most complete installation.

# Method 1: Official Installer (Recommended)
# 1. Visit https://git-scm.com/download/win
# 2. Download Git for Windows installer
# 3. Run the .exe file and follow the setup wizard

# Method 2: Using Chocolatey package manager
choco install git

# Method 3: Using Winget (Windows Package Manager)
winget install --id Git.Git -e --source winget

# Method 4: Using Scoop package manager
scoop install git

# Verify installation
git --version
# Output: git version 2.x.x.windows.x

# Configure Git after installation
git config --global user.name "Your Name"
git config --global user.email "[email protected]"

# Optional: Configure line endings for Windows
git config --global core.autocrlf true

# Check configuration
git config --list

The official Git for Windows installer provides the most comprehensive setup, including Git Bash (Unix-style command line), Git GUI (graphical interface), and proper Windows Explorer integration. During installation, you can choose your preferred editor, adjust PATH environment settings, configure line ending conversions, and select credential helper. The installer also includes useful Unix tools and a terminal emulator. Package managers like Chocolatey, Winget, or Scoop offer automated installation and updates but may not include all GUI components.

Best Practice Note:

This is the same installation method we recommend for CoreUI contributors and enterprise teams using Windows development environments. Use the official installer for complete features, enable Git Bash for Unix-style commands, configure line endings appropriately for cross-platform projects, and consider using a credential manager for secure authentication with remote repositories.

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About the Author

Łukasz Holeczek, Founder of CoreUI, is a seasoned Fullstack Developer and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience. As the lead developer for all JavaScript, React.js, and Vue.js products at CoreUI, they specialize in creating open-source solutions that empower developers to build better and more accessible user interfaces.

With expertise in TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, and modern frameworks like React.js, Vue.js, and Next.js, Łukasz combines technical mastery with a passion for UI/UX design and accessibility. CoreUI’s mission is to provide developers with tools that enhance productivity while adhering to accessibility standards.

Łukasz shares its extensive knowledge through a blog with technical software development articles. It also advises enterprise companies on building solutions from A to Z. Through CoreUI, it offers professional services, technical support, and open-core products that help developers and businesses achieve their goals.

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