Power BI Desktop

Build reports and dashboards from your data.

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What is Power BI Desktop?

Power BI Desktop connects to data sources, transforms data and builds interactive reports. It runs on Windows; sharing reports online needs a Power BI service licence.

Supported platforms

Platform	How to get it
Windows	Winget (verified)

Pricing & licence

Free Free

Free to use. The source code isn't public.

Prices change, so check microsoft.com for current pricing.

Installation

Windows

Windows · Winget

PS> winget install --id Microsoft.PowerBI --exact --source winget

Install Power BI Desktop with the rest of your Windows setup

Package names were checked against each official package registry, and commands install the same software as the official download. Only run commands you understand.

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Power BI Desktop FAQ

Is Power BI Desktop free?

Power BI Desktop is free.

Which platforms does Power BI Desktop support?

Power BI Desktop is available for Windows. It isn't available for macOS, Linux, Android and iPhone & iPad.

Can I install Power BI Desktop with Winget?

Yes. Run "winget install --id Microsoft.PowerBI --exact --source winget" in PowerShell or Windows Terminal. The package ID was checked against Microsoft's official Winget repository.

Where can I download Power BI Desktop safely?

From the official website, microsoft.com. Aptorise links only to official sources and never hosts installers.