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The QGIS 3.44 LTR Portable distribution has been updated to:<\/p>\n

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automatically load the main QGIS plugins (Processing, DB Manager, MetaSearch, etc.);<\/li>\n
improve compatibility with a wide range of Windows environments;<\/li>\n
provide a more reliable startup using the official QGIS launch scripts;<\/li>\n
completely isolate the user profile and authentication database.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Looking for a portable version of QGIS 3.44 LTR<\/strong> for Windows that runs without installation or administrator privileges?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This ready-to-use portable distribution is designed for GIS professionals, students, universities, training courses and organizations where software installation is restricted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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QGIS is one of the world’s leading open-source Geographic Information System (GIS) applications. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for viewing, editing, analysing and producing high-quality maps from geographic data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many users need a portable version of QGIS that can be executed directly from a folder without modifying Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In many environments\u2014universities, government agencies, companies or training centres\u2014users cannot install software because they do not have administrator privileges or simply want to use QGIS without affecting the operating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
QGIS Portable is the ideal solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This updated QGIS 3.44 LTR Portable distribution provides a stable and self-contained working environment. It uses the official QGIS startup scripts to improve compatibility with modern Windows systems while keeping all user settings inside the portable folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The package is ready to use immediately after extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Contenu <\/p>\nToggle<\/span>
Download QGIS 3.44 LTR Portable for Windows<\/a><\/li>
What’s New<\/a><\/li>
What is QGIS Portable?<\/a><\/li>
Why use QGIS Portable?<\/a>
Try QGIS without installing it<\/a><\/li>
Use QGIS without administrator privileges<\/a><\/li>
Perfect for training<\/a><\/li>
Carry QGIS on a USB drive<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
How to use QGIS Portable<\/a><\/li>
Limitations<\/a><\/li>
FAQ<\/a>
Does QGIS Portable require installation?<\/a><\/li>
Can I use QGIS Portable without administrator rights?<\/a><\/li>
Can QGIS Portable run from a USB drive?<\/a><\/li>
What is the difference between Portable and Installed QGIS?<\/a><\/li>
Why is QGIS Portable so large?<\/a><\/li>
Can I develop Python scripts?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n
<\/span>Download QGIS 3.44 LTR Portable for Windows<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
✔ QGIS 3.44 LTR Portable \u2013 Full Version (1.2 GB)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No installation required<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Version<\/th> Size<\/th> Recommended for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
QGIS 3.44 LTR Portable<\/strong><\/td> 1.2 GB<\/td> Production environments, training courses and general GIS work<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>What’s New<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Startup based on the official QGIS launch scripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Core plugins automatically enabled<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Portable authentication system<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Portable Python environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Portable user profile<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>What is QGIS Portable?<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
QGIS Portable is a version of QGIS that runs directly from a folder without being installed on Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike a traditional installation, the entire application is contained within a single directory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Simply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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download the archive;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
extract it;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
launch QGIS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
No administrator rights are required and nothing is installed on the Windows operating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This makes it possible to run QGIS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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from a USB flash drive;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
from an external hard drive;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
from a shared network folder;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
or on any computer where software installation is not allowed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
All settings, plugins, authentication data and user profiles remain inside the portable folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Why use QGIS Portable?<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Try QGIS without installing it<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A portable version allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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explore the interface;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
test the available tools;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
open existing QGIS projects;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
verify compatibility with your own datasets;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
without making any changes to your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Use QGIS without administrator privileges<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In many organisations, users are not allowed to install software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
QGIS Portable allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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start QGIS immediately;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
work with GIS data;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
test projects;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
without requiring installation or administrator rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Perfect for training<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Portable versions are ideal for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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QGIS training courses;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
university classes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
GIS workshops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Every participant uses exactly the same software configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The portable folder can also include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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sample datasets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
QGIS projects;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
cartographic styles;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
required plugins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Carry QGIS on a USB drive<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
QGIS Portable can be stored on a USB flash drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your complete GIS working environment is always available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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during training;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
in computer laboratories;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
on different computers;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
while travelling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Simply plug in the USB drive and launch QGIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>How to use QGIS Portable<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
After downloading:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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extract the archive;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
open the folder;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
run the launcher.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Launcher<\/strong><\/td> Function<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
launch_qgis_portable.bat<\/strong><\/td> Launch QGIS<\/td><\/tr>
python-qgis.bat<\/strong><\/td> Open Python\/PyQGIS<\/td><\/tr>
osgeo_shell.bat<\/strong><\/td> Open a console with GDAL, PROJ, Python, and the available QGIS tools<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
QGIS starts immediately..<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During startup, a black command window may briefly appear and startup may take a few seconds (or longer when running from a USB drive). This is normal behaviour for a portable application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If Windows blocks the BAT launcher, right-click the downloaded archive, choose Properties<\/strong>, click Unblock<\/strong>, then extract the archive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plugins, settings, authentication data and user profiles are automatically stored inside the portable folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Limitations<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Although QGIS Portable is very convenient, there are a few differences compared with a standard installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Some Windows integrations (file associations, context menus, etc.) are not available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Updates must be installed manually.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For intensive day-to-day GIS work, a standard QGIS installation is generally recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>FAQ<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Does QGIS Portable require installation?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
No. QGIS Portable runs directly from a folder without installing anything on Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Can I use QGIS Portable without administrator rights?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Yes. This is one of the main advantages of the portable version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Can QGIS Portable run from a USB drive?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Yes. It has been specifically designed to work from removable media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What is the difference between Portable and Installed QGIS?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The portable version does not modify Windows. User profiles, plugins, settings and authentication data remain inside the portable folder, making it easy to use on different computers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Why is QGIS Portable so large?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
QGIS includes many powerful geospatial libraries such as GDAL, PROJ, Python and Qt. These components explain the relatively large size of the portable package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Can I develop Python scripts?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The distribution includes a complete Python environment (Python 3, PyQGIS, GDAL and PROJ) together with launchers that open a ready-to-use Python console or an OSGeo Shell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can therefore develop and execute PyQGIS or GDAL scripts without installing QGIS on the computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Conclusion<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
This portable distribution has been designed to provide a complete, self-contained and ready-to-use QGIS environment without installation or administrator privileges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is suitable for GIS professionals, training courses, universities, government organisations and anyone who needs a portable GIS environment on a USB flash drive, an external disk or a shared network folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The distribution is regularly updated to follow the evolution of QGIS and improve compatibility with modern Windows environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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