Getting PojavLauncher onto your Android device takes only a few minutes. There are three official distribution channels to choose from — a stable release APK you sideload, bleeding-edge automatic CI builds, or a convenient Google Play install. Pick whichever suits your needs and follow the steps below to get into the game.Documentation Index
Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/pojavlauncherteam/pojavlauncher/llms.txt
Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
Requirements
- Android 5.0 (API 21) or later (
minSdkVersion 21). Android 8.0 or later is strongly recommended for the best compatibility and performance. - At least 2 GB of free storage (the game files themselves require additional space on top of the APK).
- A valid Microsoft / Mojang account to log in and download Minecraft.
- For sideloading: “Install from unknown sources” must be enabled for your browser or file manager in Android Settings.
Installation Methods
- Stable Release APK
- Automatic CI Builds
- Google Play
Stable releases are manually tagged by the team and represent the most tested version of the launcher.
Open the Releases page
Navigate to the PojavLauncher Releases page on GitHub.
Download the APK
Find the latest release and download the
.apk file that matches your device architecture (most modern Android phones are arm64-v8a). If you are unsure, download the universal APK.Allow installation from unknown sources
On Android 8+, your browser will prompt you to allow installing unknown apps. Tap Settings, enable the toggle for your browser, then navigate back and tap Install.
First-Launch Setup
Once PojavLauncher is installed, open it and complete the following one-time setup steps.Grant storage permission
On first launch, PojavLauncher will ask for storage access. Tap Allow so the launcher can create your
.minecraft folder and save game files. Without this permission the launcher cannot download or run the game.On Android 11 and above, you may be directed to Settings → Apps → PojavLauncher → Permissions to grant “All files access” (MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE). This is required for the launcher to work correctly.
Sign in to your Microsoft account
Tap the account icon and follow the on-screen Microsoft login flow. PojavLauncher uses the official Microsoft OAuth flow — your credentials are never stored by the launcher itself.
Choose a Minecraft version
On the main screen, tap the version selector drop-down. You can pick any release, snapshot, or beta version. If you are unsure, choose the latest full release.