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ViggoBear
Mar 24, 2025Iron Contributor
Can I fresh windows 11 install without losing data
Hi all, I heard a lot of possible feedback about Windows 11 and want to upgrade my Windows 10 PC and laptops to Windows 11. Currently, I don't know how to do that. The PC has a decent set of hardwar...
- Sep 04, 2025
Yes. I just did that three days ago on my Windows 10 Pro laptop. All personal files and apps are still there after upgrade. However, you need to apply some tricks to do this. Here is the trick that worked for me:
https://www.uuwinfox.com/safe-way-to-install-win11-without-losing-data
WolfGangg
Aug 18, 2025Iron Contributor
The easiest way to install Windows 11 without losing your personal files is to use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant:
- Go to the Windows 11 download page and download the Installation Assistant.
- Run it and follow the prompts.
- When asked, choose “Keep personal files only”. This will upgrade your PC to Windows 11 while keeping your documents, pictures, and other personal files intact.
This won’t touch your files, but you might need to reinstall some apps. It’s the most common and reliable way to get a fresh install without losing data.