Amazon Alexa App for Windows 10
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Simplify your life and get more done with the convenience of Alexa on your personal computer. Get free Amazon Alexa app for Windows 10 and 7 on your PC from the Microsoft store.

With the Alexa app, you can play music, check your calendar, ask questions, listen to the latest news, and many more. Alexa enables you to take control of your smart home from any place by just using your voice.

What are the System Requirements for Amazon Alexa App?

  • Minimum System Requirements:

Operating System: Windows 10 version 10.0.10240 or above

Architecture: *64-bit, *84-bit

Keyboard: Integrated

Mouse: Integrated

  • Recommended System Requirements:

Operating System: Windows 10 version 17134.0

Architecture: *64-bit, *84-bit

Keyboard: Integrated

Mouse: Integrated

How to Download Amazon Alexa App for Windows 10 PC?

Alexa app can be downloaded on your Windows 10 PC either from Microsoft Store or from Amazon’s Alexa website. Follow the steps mentioned below to download the Alexa app:

Step 1: Launch the Microsoft Store on your Windows 10 PC.

Step 2: Click on the search bar of the Microsoft store and type “Alexa App” in the search box and then tap enter.

Step 3: Alexa app option will appear on your screen. Click on the “Alexa App” icon.

Step 4: You will see a “Get” button on the next screen. Click on that button to download the Alexa app on your PC.

Step 5: After the installation is complete, click on the “Launch” button.

Step 6: The next screen will ask you to log in to the Alexa app. To proceed enter your Amazon account’s username and password.

Step 7: Click on the “Continue” button to accept the terms and conditions.

Step 8: Now, the option of “talk to your Alexa” will appear on your screen. Click on the option.

Step 9: Your PC will ask permission to let Alexa access your Windows 10 PC’s microphone. Click “Yes” to proceed.

Step 10: Activate the Alexa device by turning on the hand-free mode and by giving voice commands. You don’t have to press the wake button of your computer.

Step 11: The next display will ask you “Configure Alexa on PC”. You can configure the app according to your convenience.

Step 12: Your Alexa app will now ask you to “Let this app run Alexa task when you log in”. Enable this option.

Step 13:  On the next screen, the app will ask you to pin Alexa to the taskbar. Select Yes or No according to your choice.

Step 14: Finally, your Alexa app is downloaded on your Windows 10 PC. You can now change the settings of the app accordingly.

How to Download Amazon Alexa App for Windows 7 PC?

Alexa app is not directly supported on Windows 7. However, you can access the Alexa app without download it. Follow the steps below to access Alexa app on Windows 7:

Step 1: Launch the web browser of your computer.

Step 2: Type the keywords alexa.amazon.com in the search bar and click enter.

Step 3: The next screen will take you to the Alexa web app on your PC.

Step 4: Log in to your Amazon account by entering your User ID and security key.

Step 5: After logging into your Alexa app, turn your Alexa device by connecting it to the power socket.

Step 6: Wait for the indicator of the Alexa device to turn orange.

Step 7: Jump to the navigation panel on the left side of your PC screen to connect with the Alexa device.

Step 8: Click on “Settings >> Setup a New Device >> Alexa Device >> Select the language of your Alexa device”.

Step 9: Click on the Wi-Fi settings of your PC to connect the Alexa web app with your Alexa device. Your Alexa device will appear on the Wi-Fi list.

Step 10: Finally, you can run Alexa app on your Windows 7 PC through the online Alexa web page.

Which Devices Are Compatible With Amazon Alexa App?

The compatible Alexa-powered devices which can control and manage your Alexa app are:

  • Echo
  • Echo Sub
  • Echo Dot
  • Echo Spot
  • Echo Input
  • Echo Show
  • Echo Plus
  • Amazon Tap
  • Echo Auto
  • Echo Amp & Link
  • Fire TV Recast

What Are the Best Features of Amazon Alexa App?

Some best features that of Alexa app PC are:

  • Smart home device control
  • Hands-free interface
  • Calendars
  • Timers and Alarms
  • Music
  • Audible
  • Shopping Lists
  • News, Weather, and Sports
  • Various Alexa skills (including visual skills)
  • Announcements
  • Hear news notifications
  • Upload photos through Alexa app
  • All-new personalized home screen
  • Wellness tips
  • VoiceView screen reader
  • Stock market information
  • Real time text
  • Emergency contact calling
  • Listen to Pandora podcasts
  • Group drop-ins
  • Making purchases
  • Auto delete voice recordings
  • Celebrity voices
  • Wi-Fi control

What Are the Pros of Amazon Alexa App?

Top advantages of using the Alexa app are:

  • Simple interface
  • Wide range of available skills
  • Vital for Alexa devices
  • Hands-free
  • You can make calls through it
  • Voice shopping
  • Faster user interface
  • Variety of features

What Languages Do Amazon Alexa App Support?

  • English (United States)
  • English (United Kingdom)
  • English (Australia)
  • English (Canada)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • English (India)
  • 日本語 (日本)
  • Español (España, Alfabetización Internacional)
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Italiano (Italia)

On Which Other Devices Can Amazon Alexa App Run?

1 . Mac OS (Apple)

2 . iOS (Apple)

3. Android OS (Google)

4. Chrome OS (Chromebook)