Download ADB for Windows – Latest ADB and Fastboot Tools

If you want to control your Android phone from your computer, ADB (Android Debug Bridge) is the tool you need. ADB lets you install apps, transfer files, debug issues, and even reboot your phone into recovery mode. Along with ADB, there is also Fastboot, which helps in flashing system files and unlocking bootloaders. Both are included in the official Android SDK Platform Tools.

What is ADB?

ADB stands for Android Debug Bridge. It’s a command-line tool that allows your computer and Android device to communicate.

With ADB, you can:

• Install or uninstall apps
• Transfer files between PC and phone
• Capture logs and debug issues
• Reboot your phone into recovery or bootloader mode

Example command:

adb devices

This shows whether your phone is connected to the PC or not.

What is Fastboot?

Fastboot is another tool that works when your phone is in bootloader/fastboot mode (before Android starts).

With Fastboot, you can:

• Unlock the bootloader
• Flash recovery or boot images
• Install custom ROMs
• Erase or format partitions

Example command:

fastboot devices

ADB vs Fastboot (Quick Difference)

Feature	ADB (Android Debug Bridge)	Fastboot
When it Works	Phone is ON with USB Debugging enabled	Phone is in Bootloader/Fastboot mode
Main Use	Install/Uninstall apps, transfer files, debug, reboot	Unlock bootloader, flash recovery/ROM, system-level changes
Needs Android OS	Yes	No
Example Command	adb install app.apk	fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

How to Install ADB (Windows Example)

1. Download the ZIP file and extract it (e.g., C:\adb)
2. Open the folder
3. Hold Shift + Right Click → Select Open PowerShell/Command Prompt here
4. Type adb devices to check if it’s working

Minimal ADB and Fastboot (Lightweight Option)

If you don’t want the full SDK tools, you can also use Minimal ADB & Fastboot. It’s a small installer that includes only the basic commands needed for most users.

Direct Download Links (Official)

Operating System	Download Link	File Type
Windows	Download ADB for Windows	ZIP
Linux	Download ADB for Linux	ZIP
macOS	Download ADB for macOS	ZIP