Alexa for Windows is the PC version of Amazon's famous virtual assistant. With this tool you can use your voice to start a Spotify playlist, video-call your friends, control your smart devices, and much more. What are you still waiting for? Install the application and start experiencing the power of Alexa now.

What are the key features of Alexa?

Alexa has won the hearts of millions of users around the globe, thanks to features such as:

Simplify your life: Alexa can perform simple tasks to make your days more efficient, from creating reminders to controlling your smart home devices. The assistant is capable of opening doors and turning on lights through voice control. The list of commands that you can perform with Alexa is endless.
Music and more: If you like to listen to music, Alexa can cast your favorite songs. She can even read the news or a book for you!
Calls: Alexa helps you to stay connected with your friends and family. You can use the service for video conferencing, and even as an intercom, by pairing multiple Echo devices.
Entertainment: From the comfort of your home, Alexa is not too shy to answer your questions, look up information on the internet, and tell you a joke or a curious fact.

How to install and use Alexa for PC?

First step is to install the application on your computer. You can do so by clicking on the green button on the top of this page. Double-click the zip file to extract the files to your hard drive. As you will see there are a total of 3 files. Then, you need to start by running both the Microsoft.NET.Native.Runtime and the Microsoft.NET.Native.Framework. Finally, once you have done this, you can proceed to run the AMZNMobileLLC.AmazonAlexa file and follow the on-screen instructions.

Amazon Alexa works similar to other voice assistants, such as Google Assistant, Siri, and Microsoft's Cortana. You can start talking to the assistant by saying "Alexa", followed by the instruction or question of your choice. When Alexa recognizes your voice she will perform the required action or give the answer to your question. For more information on Alexa's functionalities you can visit Amazon's official Alexa page.

Is it free?

Yes, you can use Alexa completely free of charge. The only thing you need to get going is an Amazon account. If you want to experience Alexa's full potential we recommend you to purchase a compatible device, such as a speaker, TV, camera, or a doorbell.

Is it safe?

Amazon Alexa for PC is considered a safe application with no history of malware or security breaches. Nevertheless, there have been some privacy concerns regarding the digital assistant. For example, Amazon reportedly employs a team of employees that listen to recordings of human interactions with Alexa in order to improve the performance of its assistant.