Tiny11

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What is Tiny11?

Tiny11 is a lighter version of Windows 11 that meets almost all the requirements but in simpler ways. NTDEV developed this tool when, on October 25, Microsoft decided to stop the support of Windows 10. So people have to update their Windows to 11, but due to many requirements of the new system, it is not that easy. Here comes this Tiny11 ISO file. You only need 8GB of RAM as compared to normal Windows 11, which needs 20GB. Moreover, there is no need for TPM 2 or Secure Boot. It is lighter as it removes all the unwanted apps as well. You may face only one problem while using this tool, which is that small updates like bugs or security fixes work fine, but when you do bigger updates, they may break things.

Tiny11 Builder: You can also build your own lightweight Tiny11 by downloading Windows 11 files from the official Microsoft site and Tiny11 Builder from GitHub. There, you will get an open-source PowerShell script made by NTDEV. It is easy to use as you can do customization in it, like deciding what apps you want to remove and what to keep. It works on any type of Windows 11 or language and uses the Deployment Image Servicing and Management system to compress files. Moreover, you don’t need to sign in to your Microsoft account to use it.

Things to Know About Tiny11

Benefits

  • Lighter and Faster: It removes the apps you don’t need much from Windows 11 so that it can run smoothly on older PCs as well.
  • Works on PCs with Low Specs: For older laptops and PCs, it’s a blessing, as you can install Tiny11 without TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
  • Less Storage Required: It saves a lot of space as it requires only around 8 GB, while a normal Windows 11 needs at least 20 GB.
  • No Bloatware: As it automatically removes many apps that are not used much, like Xbox, Clipchamp, Weather, and Teams, it removes all the bloat.
  • Flexible: If you use Tiny11 Builder, you can remove the unwanted apps as you like and keep others according to your needs.
  • Login Not Required: You don’t need to sign in to a Microsoft account.
  • CPU: 64-bit
  • RAM: 2GB, but it works better with 4 GB
  • Storage: 8GB minimum
  • System Setup: No need for TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot
  • GPU: Basic GPU that supports both Windows 10 and 11

Limitations

  • Not an Official Version: Tiny11 has been created by NTDEV, and it’s not officially recommended or supported by Microsoft.
  • No Official Support: You will not get any official support from Microsoft, in case you face any problem.
  • Update Issues: For updates like bug fixing, it works fine, but for big updates, you may face issues, as it may break things completely.
  • Fewer Built-in Features: Some native tools are removed.As it removes all the Windows built-in apps and tools to make it lighter, you cannot use them in case you need any.
  • Less Secure: It may be less secure as it doesn’t use TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot, so it lacks Windows’ built-in protection.
  • No syncing with Microsoft Account: As you don’t sign in, you cannot do cloud syncing through a Microsoft account.
  • Lightweight and Fast
  • Small Disk Space
  • No TPM or Secure Boot Needed
  • Removes Bloatware
  • Customizable Build
  • Compact Installation
  • Skip Microsoft Account
  • Privacy-Friendly
  • Supports Multiple Languages and Versions

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How to Download and Install Tiny11?

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You will see a down arrow next to ISO IMAGE FILES. Click it and select Tiny11 ISO (tiny11_25H2_x64.iso) to download.


ISO Image Files

Install Tiny11

Step 1: First of all, you need a Bootable USB so that your computer can start the setup from there.

You can use a free tool called “Rufus” to create this USB. Open Rufus and choose the USB drive and then the Tiny11 ISO file.

Bootable USB Setup - Rufus
  • Note

You won’t need a USB if you are using a Virtual machine. Just directly mount the ISO file in the machine.

Step 2: Now you need to start your computer from the USB. So restart your computer and press the BIOS key. Then go to the Boot Options section and move the USB drive to the top of the list. Save the settings.

Restarting the computer
Windows Installation

Step 3: Tiny11 setup will appear on the screen. Select the options related to your language, time zone, keyboard layout, etc. Accept the license terms and choose the drive location where you want to install it.

Tiny11 setup - Country
Tiny11 Keyboard Layout

Step 4: Create a local account for you and add your name and password. You can use your Microsoft Account as well.

Step 5: Complete the setup. Your PC may restart many times during this installation.

Voila! You have successfully installed Tiny11 on your PC.

Download Tiny11 Builder [Source Code]

Download windows 11 latest version
Mount the downloaded file
Assigning the drive letter to file
Download Tiny11 Builder from Github

How to Use Tiny11 Builder?

Step 1: Find the ZIP file

Go to your downloads folder. You will see files like tiny11builder.zip or tiny11builder-main.zip

Step 2: Unzip the file

Unzip the file by extracting all.

Unzip the File

Step 3: Open the Folder

Go inside the extracted folder, and you will see files like these with some text files:

Open the Extracted Folder

Step 4: Fetch the official Windows 11 setup file

  • Now download the most recent version from Microsoft’s official website.
  • Click right on the downloaded file and click Mount. It will show the drive letter. Note it down.

Step 5: Open PowerShell as Admin

First, search for Windows Terminal (Preview) and run it as an administrator by right-clicking on it.

After that, open Windows PowerShell inside the terminal, as shown in the screenshot below.

Open the Terminal
Open Powershell as Admin

Step 6: Allow PowerShell to Run the Script

Type: Set-ExecutionPolicy Bypass -Scope Process

Or

Set-ExecutionPolicy unrestricted

Windows, by default, blocks the powerscripts. But when we type the command, it allows the scripts to run without changing the other settings.

Allow PowerShell to Run the Script

Step 7: Go to the Tiny11 Script Folder

Type this command: & "C:\PATH\TO\SCRIPT\tiny11maker.ps1 and change the path according to your folder name or file location.

Step 8: Launch the Tiny11 Builder

Type .\tiny11maker.ps1 for the normal version or .\tiny11coremaker.ps1 for the extra-small version and press Enter

Start the Builder

Step 9: Follow the Prompts

  • Type r when asked
  • Enter the mounted drive letter (like E)
  • Pick edition: 1 for Windows 11 Home edition and or 6 for Pro edition
Type r When Asked
Enter the Mounted Drive Letter
Pick Edition

Step 10: Complete Setup

Now wait for 15 to 45 minutes to complete this setup.

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Features in Detail

Ultra-Lightweight Installation

The smart system called DISM makes it possible for Tiny11 to take very little space on your computer, which may be around 8 GB, as compared to the regular Windows 11 that takes more than 20 GB. DISM removes the heavy files and keeps only the important parts. So the older computers with limited storage may also benefit from it.

Safe Updates (But Limited)

Your system remains safe and clean, and protected from security risks, as Tiny11 installs small Windows updates but skips the bigger ones. Large feature updates may add back bloatware that makes the system heavier again. So, it only installs security updates or bug fixes, etc.

Customizable with Tiny11 Builder

When you use Tiny11 Builder, you can customize it and create your own version of Tiny11. You can select the apps and features according to your choice and remove them as well. It is flexible for all types of devices. NTDEV regularly publishes updates. Moreover, the online community also contributes to its improvement as it is an open-source tool.

Works Without New Hardware

Now, people with older computers can also run this file, which cannot even install normal Windows 11, as you don’t need TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, or a high RAM size. So if you have an older PC, you can use it and enjoy all the basic features of Windows 11.

No Unwanted Apps

Tiny11 removes pre-installed apps like Microsoft Teams, Edge, OneDrive, Copilot, etc. These apps usually slow down the system, so by removing them, you get faster results. Moreover, your system uses less CPU power when idle.

Local Account Option

You don’t need to log in to a Microsoft account, as you can use a local account by keeping your PC fully offline. Your information remains private as you don’t sync to the cloud or share. This is a great option for home servers, offices, or personal users.

Why Chose Tiny11?

If you want to give new life to your old PCs, Tiny11 is for you. It makes them faster and work smoothly. PCs with just 4 GB of RAM work 25 to 35% faster. It is lighter because it avoids the heavy AI features of normal Windows 11. A large online community trusts it and uses it, as it is free, easy to customize, and much faster. Many people also use it for gaming or dual-boot setups, etc.

Tiny11 Builder has got 16.3K+ stars on GitHub, making it a more popular choice among Windows lovers.

There are many Tiny11 alternatives in the market, like Nano11, or Ghost Spectre Windows 11, but we can say Tiny11 is the best as it is built directly with the Windows 11 files and not from any unreliable source.

FAQs

Yes, Tiny11 is safe to download, but only if you download it from our website or reliable sources like the official NTDEV GitHub or Internet Archive page. You should avoid random websites because they may offer fake or unsafe versions.

To download the latest version of Tiny11, just click the download button given above on our website, or download it from NTDEV’s official Internet Archive page, or build your customized Tiny11 ISO using the Tiny11 Builder script from GitHub.

No, Microsoft does not officially support or improve Tiny11. It is a tool developed by NTDEV for testing and personal use.

No, it’s not illegal.

Yes, Tiny11 is absolutely free. You can easily download the official Tiny11 ISO file from our website.

Tiny11 removes the unwanted apps, so it is lighter than Windows 11 and runs faster as well. Moreover, you don’t need a Microsoft login, and it even works fine on older PCs as it uses less storage. The only thing it may lack is that it does not get full support or updates.

Conclusion

Tiny11 is a lighter version of Windows 11, specially designed for older computers, so that they can be utilized to their fullest. All the unnecessary apps and features are removed, which makes even the older systems with low storage run smoothly. Though Microsoft does not officially support it, you can download Tiny11 from the Internet Archive page of NTDEV or get the Tiny11 Builder (scripts to build a trimmed-down Windows 11 image) from GitHub, which is completely reliable and safe. People who have older computers with limited storage can enjoy all the basic features of Windows 11 with this amazing version.

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