VLC Media Player 32-bit for Windows: Official Free Download

VLC Media Player is free and open source, and you never need a third-party "setup" site to get it. VideoLAN, the non-profit behind VLC, still publishes an official 32-bit installer for Windows next to the 64-bit one.

Where to download the 32-bit version

1. Open the official VLC download page for Windows.
2. Choose Installer for 32bit version. At the time of writing the current release is VLC 3.0.24.
3. Run the installer and follow the steps. VLC has no paid edition, no trial and no activation.

Do you need the 32-bit version?

Only if your copy of Windows is 32-bit. Most PCs from the last decade run 64-bit Windows, where the 64-bit installer is the better choice. To check, open Settings > System > About and look at System type.

Which Windows versions does VLC support?

VideoLAN says VLC runs on every version of Windows from Windows XP SP3 to the latest Windows 11. That makes the 32-bit build one of the few current media players that still works on very old PCs.

Stay safe

VLC's popularity makes it a favourite for fake download sites that bundle adware. Only download it from videolan.org, the Microsoft Store, or your Linux distribution's package manager.

Looking for something else?

If VLC doesn't suit you, see our list of VLC Media Player alternatives.