Download and Install WampServer on Windows

By Fares Solution, 10 August, 2023

1. Download WampServer

  1. Visit the WampServer Website:

    • Go to the official WampServer website and download the latest version of WampServer.

    • Make sure to choose the correct version (32-bit or 64-bit) that matches your Windows operating system.

  2. Run the Installer:

    • Once the download is complete, double-click the installer file to start the installation process.

2. Install WampServer

  1. Start the Installation:

    • In the installer, choose your preferred language, then click Next to proceed through the installation wizard.

  2. Accept the License Agreement:

    • Read the license agreement and select I accept the agreement, then click Next.

  3. Choose an Installation Directory:

    • Select the directory where you’d like WampServer to be installed, typically C:\wamp64 (for 64-bit) or C:\wamp (for 32-bit).

    • Click Next to confirm the location.

  4. Select Additional Tasks:

    • Choose any additional tasks (like creating a desktop shortcut) if desired.

    • Click Next and then Install to begin the installation.

3. Configure WampServer

  1. Set Up Default Browser:

    • During the installation, WampServer may ask you to set your default browser.

    • Choose a browser by locating its executable file (e.g., chrome.exe for Chrome, firefox.exe for Firefox).

  2. Set Up Default Text Editor:

    • WampServer may also ask you to choose a default text editor, usually notepad.exe or another code editor you prefer (like Notepad++).

  3. Finish Installation:

    • Once installation is complete, click Finish. WampServer should now be installed.

4. Launch WampServer

  1. Open WampServer:

    • Open WampServer from the Start menu or the desktop shortcut you created.

    • A green WampServer icon should appear in the taskbar. This indicates that Apache and MySQL are running properly.

  2. Check Services:

    • If the WampServer icon is orange or red, some services may not be running. You can right-click the icon and select Restart All Services.

  3. Access the WampServer Dashboard:

    • In your browser, go to http://localhost to access the WampServer dashboard.

    • This page confirms that WampServer is set up and ready to host applications.

5. Test WampServer

  1. Create a Test PHP File:

    • In the WampServer directory, go to the www folder (e.g., C:\wamp64\www).

    • Create a new PHP file called test.php and add the following code:

                           <?php

                           phpinfo();

                           ?>

  1. Run the Test File:

    • In your browser, navigate to http://localhost/test.php.

    • If you see a page displaying PHP information, WampServer is installed correctly.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Port Conflicts: If WampServer’s Apache server doesn’t start, check if another application (like Skype or IIS) is using port 80. You can change the port for Apache in the httpd.conf file.

  • Permissions Issues: Ensure that your www folder has read and write permissions to avoid issues when creating or editing files.

With WampServer installed, your Windows system is now ready to run web applications locally!