# Installation - Windows

### **Install Using the Installer**

1. **Download**: [Visit the Youlean website](https://youlean.co/download-youlean-loudness-meter/) and download the Windows installer.
2. **Unzip and Run**: Extract the downloaded .zip file and run the .exe file.
3. **Installation Process**: Follow the on-screen instructions. Choose the desired components and specify the installation directory.
4. **Completion**: Complete the installation and then open a standalone application or your DAW to use the plugin.
5. **Done!**

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### Manual Install Method

1. **Download**: [Visit the Youlean website](https://youlean.co/download-youlean-loudness-meter/) and download the Windows installer.
2. **Unzip**: Extract the downloaded .zip file and open the "Manual Install" folder.
3. **Copy**: Copy the file to the designated plug-in, app, or command line tool location for installation.
4. **Done!**

**Default locations are as follows:**

<table><thead><tr><th width="161">Format</th><th>Path</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>APP</td><td>C:\Program Files\Youlean\Youlean Loudness Meter 2</td></tr><tr><td>CMD</td><td>C:\Program Files\Youlean\Youlean Loudness Meter 2</td></tr><tr><td>VST2</td><td>C:\Program Files\Steinberg\Vstplugins</td></tr><tr><td>VST3</td><td>C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3</td></tr><tr><td>AAX</td><td>C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins</td></tr></tbody></table>

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The paths are same for both ARM64 and Intel/AMD x64. Make sure to copy the correct architecture.&#x20;
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* The command line tool is named “ylm2”
* If you need an older version, please [contact us.](https://youlean.co/contact/)
* If the installation does not succeed, try using the installer.
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