🪟 Windows Setup Guide

Get a Minima node running on your PC in under a minute

Install Minima

Open Command Prompt and paste this:

curl -o %TEMP%\setup-minima.bat https://raw.githubusercontent.com/eurobuddha/minima-installer/main/setup-minima.bat && %TEMP%\setup-minima.bat

This installs Java (if needed), downloads Minima, and opens a setup wizard in your browser. Everything is automatic.

After Install

Once the setup wizard finishes, your node is running. Open https://127.0.0.1:9003 to access your MiniDapp Hub.

⚠️ Write Down Your Seed Phrase

Open the Security MiniDapp and back up your 24-word seed phrase immediately. It is the only way to recover your coins. Write it on paper and store it safely.

Next Steps

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Setup miniMerch

Create your first shop.
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FAQ

Common questions answered.
Troubleshooting

SmartScreen blocks the installer

Click More info then Run anyway. The installer is safe.

Sync is stuck

  • Check your internet connection
  • Restart Minima
  • Check that Windows Firewall isn't blocking Minima

Need help?

Advanced: Alternative Install Methods

OpenWebStart (Desktop App)

  1. Download OpenWebStart and install with default settings
  2. If SmartScreen warns, click More info → Run anyway
  3. Download minima.jnlp (right-click → Save Link As)
  4. Double-click the JNLP file — choose OpenWebStart if prompted
  5. Set a password (12+ chars) in Settings: -mdspassword YOUR_PASSWORD

Important: Always shut down Minima before shutting down your PC to avoid database corruption.

Command Line (JAR)

cd C:\Users\YourName\minima
java -jar minima.jar -data .minima -mdsenable -mdspassword INSERTPASSWORD

Requires Java 17+. Download from java.com. Get minima.jar from GitHub releases. Closing the terminal stops Minima.