Anki

by Ankitects · Notes & study

Open sourceWindowsMacLinux

Spaced-repetition flashcards for remembering anything.

Official download from apps.ankiweb.net (opens in a new tab)

Opens apps.ankiweb.net, Ankitects's own site. No mirror, no bundle.

Overview

What is Anki?

Anki schedules flashcard reviews right before you are likely to forget them. It supports images, audio and shared decks, and syncs free through AnkiWeb.

Key features

  • Spaced-repetition scheduling
  • Image, audio and cloze cards
  • Shared decks
  • Free AnkiWeb sync

Best for

  • Medical and law students
  • Language learners
  • Exam preparation

Included in starter kits

Install

How to install Anki

  1. 1Open the official Anki download page on apps.ankiweb.net.
  2. 2Pick the build for your system (Windows, Mac, Linux; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
  3. 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
  4. 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.

Install from the command line

  • Windows · winget

    winget install --id Anki.Anki -e --source winget

  • Mac · Homebrew

    brew install --cask anki

  • Linux · Flatpak (Flathub)

    flatpak install flathub net.ankiweb.Anki

Package IDs checked against the public winget, Homebrew and Flathub repositories on 1 Nov 2026. Build a script for several apps.

Safety

Download Anki safely

  • Check the domain

    The real download lives on apps.ankiweb.net. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.

  • Skip mirrors

    Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.

  • Verify if you can

    If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.

  • Watch the installer

    Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.

Open the checksum checker

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FAQ

Anki questions

Where can I download Anki safely?

Download Anki only from Ankitects's official site at apps.ankiweb.net. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.

Is Anki free?

Yes. Anki is open-source software and free to use.

Does Anki work on Windows, Mac and Linux?

Anki is available for Windows, Mac, Linux. Check Ankitects's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.

Can I install Anki from the command line?

Yes, with winget on Windows (winget install --id Anki.Anki -e); Homebrew on Mac (brew install --cask anki); Flatpak on Linux (flatpak install flathub net.ankiweb.Anki). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.

What are good alternatives to Anki?

See the alternatives section on this page and the full notes & study list on AltFTool, which shows each app's licence and platforms side by side.