Claude Cowork on Windows
Cowork is available through Claude Desktop on Windows. Use this hub to reach the full setup guide, permission tips, and related troubleshooting—without treating Windows as a local-only product.
Quick summary
- Install the current Claude Desktop app for Windows from the official download page.
- Use a paid Claude plan with Cowork access (Pro, Max, Team, or Enterprise). See plan access.
- Cloud sessions are the default. Local folders, browser, and apps still need Desktop open and connected—see cloud vs local sessions.
- Windows Defender, UAC, PowerShell execution policy, and WSL paths are the common friction points covered in the full guide.