Yes. 98.js is free and does not ask you to register or hand over an email address before you can use it.

How long does 98.js take?

Good within five seconds of loading. We file it under "Instant" — windows 98 rebuilt in JavaScript, down to the fonts.

Does 98.js work on a phone?

98.js really wants a mouse and a wide window. It will load on a phone, but the experience is built for desktop.

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98.js

Windows 98 rebuilt in JavaScript, down to the fonts

Visit 98.js.org More Pixel Nostalgia

98.js.org

Instant · Best on desktop

Free, no sign-up · online since 2018

What 98.js actually is

Isaiah Odhner reimplemented the Windows 98 shell in the browser, with a real Start menu, working window management and versions of Notepad, Paint and Minesweeper. Sound effects, dialogue boxes and the shutdown screen are all reproduced faithfully.

Why it is worth your time

Right-clicking the desktop opens the genuine 98 context menu, Active Desktop options included, and they still do something.

Common questions

Is 98.js free?: Yes. 98.js is free and does not ask you to register or hand over an email address before you can use it.
How long does 98.js take?: Good within five seconds of loading. We file it under "Instant" — windows 98 rebuilt in JavaScript, down to the fonts.
Does 98.js work on a phone?: 98.js really wants a mouse and a wide window. It will load on a phone, but the experience is built for desktop.
What kind of site is 98.js?: We list it under Pixel Nostalgia — old software, running again, in a tab. Right-clicking the desktop opens the genuine 98 context menu, Active Desktop options included, and they still do something.

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98.js

Windows 98 rebuilt in JavaScript, down to the fonts

Visit 98.js.org More Pixel Nostalgia

98.js.org

Instant · Best on desktop

Free, no sign-up · online since 2018

What 98.js actually is

Why it is worth your time

Right-clicking the desktop opens the genuine 98 context menu, Active Desktop options included, and they still do something.

Common questions

Is 98.js free?: Yes. 98.js is free and does not ask you to register or hand over an email address before you can use it.
How long does 98.js take?: Good within five seconds of loading. We file it under "Instant" — windows 98 rebuilt in JavaScript, down to the fonts.
Does 98.js work on a phone?: 98.js really wants a mouse and a wide window. It will load on a phone, but the experience is built for desktop.
What kind of site is 98.js?: We list it under Pixel Nostalgia — old software, running again, in a tab. Right-clicking the desktop opens the genuine 98 context menu, Active Desktop options included, and they still do something.