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Download thinkorswim® Desktop, Mobile & Web

One page for every platform. Get the official Windows, Mac and Linux installers, iOS & Android apps, or launch the browser version instantly. No more hunting through nested menus.

Windows 11+ macOS 14+ Linux (Java 21) iOS & Android
Download Desktop Install Guide Open Web Platform
Direct from Schwab servers Install under 10 minutes Guest Pass available Desktop · Web · Mobile sync

Choose Your Platform

Official installer links served from tosmediaserver.schwab.com. Match your OS and download with one click.

Windows Desktop

64-bit · ~74 MB

  • Requires Windows 11 or later
  • Java runtime included
  • Full offline installer
Download for Windows

Mac Desktop

.dmg · ~80 MB

  • Requires macOS 14 (Sonoma) or later
  • Java runtime included
  • Apple Silicon & Intel support
Download for Mac

Linux Desktop

.sh · ~29 MB

  • Requires Zulu OpenJDK 21
  • Fedora, OpenSUSE, RHEL & more
  • Manual config may be needed
Download for Linux

Other Platforms

.zip launcher · ~24 MB

  • Unix / Solaris / custom Java 21
  • No official support for config
Download ZIP Package

iOS App

iPhone · iPad

Full-featured mobile trading with charts, options chains and order entry optimized for touch.

App Store

Android App

Phone · Tablet

Sync watchlists, orders and charts with desktop. Fast execution on the go.

Google Play

thinkorswim Web – No Download

Essential desktop tools in any modern browser. Perfect for older systems or quick access.

Launch Web Platform

Why Traders Choose thinkorswim

Professional-grade tools without the complexity tax. Everything you need for stocks, options, futures and forex.

Advanced Charting

Hundreds of studies, drawings, and multi-timeframe analysis. Customizable workspaces that remember your layout.

thinkScript®

Build custom studies, strategies and alerts with a powerful scripting language built for traders.

paperMoney®

Practice with real market data and virtual capital. Test strategies risk-free before going live.

Complex Options

Multi-leg strategies, probability analysis, and specialized order types designed for options traders.

Cross-Device Sync

Watchlists, positions and orders stay in sync across desktop, web and mobile automatically.

Live News & Research

Integrated news feeds, Level II data and third-party research right inside the platform.

System Requirements & Version Notes

Schwab does not publish a public version number; installers are kept current on their servers.

Platform Minimum OS Installer Size Notes
Windows Windows 11 or later (64-bit) ~74 MB JVM bundled
Mac macOS 14 Sonoma or later ~80 MB Native Apple Silicon available
Linux Java 21 (Zulu preferred) ~29 MB Manual setup required
Other Unix Java 21 ~24 MB No official support

Recommended hardware: Intel Core i5 or better, 8 GB+ RAM, 1 GB free disk space, broadband connection.

Quick Install Steps

Most users finish in under ten minutes. Follow the steps for your operating system.

WINDOWS
  1. Click Download for Windows and run the .exe.
  2. Allow any security prompts that appear.
  3. Follow the installer wizard until “Done”.
  4. Launch from the desktop icon or Start menu.
MAC
  1. Download the .dmg and open it.
  2. Drag the app to Applications if prompted.
  3. Confirm Gatekeeper dialogs if they appear.
  4. Open from Launchpad or Applications folder.
LINUX
  1. Install Zulu OpenJDK 21 and set as default.
  2. Download the .sh installer.
  3. chmod +x and run: sh ./thinkorswim_installer.sh
  4. Complete the wizard in the terminal.

A Schwab brokerage account (or free Guest Pass) is required to log in. Anyone can download the software.

Trusted by Active Traders

Award-winning platform used by thousands of serious traders every day.

“The charting and thinkScript tools are unmatched for the price—free with the account. Desktop is my daily driver.”

— Options trader, 6+ years

“paperMoney let me practice multi-leg strategies safely. Switching to live was seamless once I was ready.”

— Part-time swing trader

“Mobile + desktop sync means I never miss a fill. The install process was straightforward on both Windows and Mac.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Is downloading thinkorswim free?
Yes. The desktop, mobile and web platforms are free to download. A Schwab brokerage account is required to log in and trade. You can also request a free Guest Pass to explore the platform without an account.
How long does installation take?
Most users complete download and install in under ten minutes, depending on internet speed. The Windows and Mac installers include everything needed (including a Java runtime).
Can I use it without a Schwab account?
You can download the software freely. Logging in requires a Schwab account or a temporary Guest Pass. Guest Pass gives limited access so you can evaluate the tools.
What if my OS is older than the requirement?
Use thinkorswim web in any modern browser. It requires no install and works on older Windows and macOS versions that no longer support the desktop client.
Are these the official download links?
Yes. All desktop installers point directly to tosmediaserver.schwab.com—the same hosts used on the official Schwab download page. Mobile links go to the App Store and Google Play.

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