Download NVDA

There are two packages for each release of NVDA:

  • Installer: an easy to use talking installer that will set up NVDA on your computer for you so you can easily run it from the Start Menu.
  • Portable Version: an archive containing a ready to run portable version that can be run from anywhere on your hard drive, a USB drive or even from a CD.

A Note about SourceForge and Internet Explorer

NVDA downloads are hosted on SourceForge. Unfortunately, Microsoft Internet Explorer often blocks downloads from SourceForge.

If you are using Internet Explorer and your download does not begin within 30 seconds after activating a download link, the download has probably been blocked. If this happens, the Information Bar will appear and you may hear an accompanying sound, but this may not be announced by screen readers. Please do the following to begin the download:

  1. Press alt+n to move to the Information Bar, which will inform you that the download has been blocked.
  2. Press space to activate the button to show options. A menu will appear.
  3. Select and activate the Download item. You can do this quickly by pressing d.
  4. The normal download options will now appear. Begin the download as normal.

Stable Release: 2011.3 (recommended for most users)

This release is suitable for production use.

Beta Release: 2012.1beta1 (recommended for testers only)

This release is intended for those who are interested in testing and evaluating the upcoming stable release, but is not recommended for production use. Testers are encouraged to report any bugs found while using this beta.

Old Releases

Old releases can be downloaded from  SourceForge.

Development Code

Please see the Development section for information about accessing development code, including both source code and binary snapshots.

Keep Up To Date

Keep up to date with the latest NVDA news including announcement of new releases.