Set up Camunda 8 your way
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System ready check
You will need JDK 21, 22 or 23 to use the local Camunda 8 starter package. Use your preferred method to install the JDK, or download OpenJDK from its website.
Please note OpenJDK 24 & 25 are not yet supported.
1. Download the self managed starter package
Download and get familiar with Camunda 8 using the Camunda starter package, which includes everything you need:
- Desktop Modeler: drag-and-drop workflows, decisions, and forms alongside your IDE.
- Camunda 8 Run: lightweight all‑in‑one distribution for local development.
- Getting Started examples: deploy a real workflow in minutes with Java (Spring) and Node.js.
Version number: 8.8.11
Release date: 2026-02-12
2. Start your developer environment locally
To start your local development cluster, take the following steps:
- Unzip the downloaded starter package file
- Open the Camunda Modeler
- Open your terminal or command line and navigate to the new folder. Run the following command based on your operating system:
camunda-start.bat
./camunda-start.sh
You will then see a success page with getting started options.
If you run into any issues see detailed instructions and troubleshooting information
Individual Camunda components
Desktop modeler
Drag, drop, and design workflows, decisions, and forms. Alongside your favorite IDE.
Version number: 5.44
Release date: 2026-02-10
More download options
For other versions visit the Camunda download center.
Camunda 8 Run
A lightweight all-in-one Camunda distribution for effortless local development. Ensure that you have OpenJDK installed.
Version number: 8.8.11
Release date: 2026-02-09
More download options
Additional Camunda downloads
If you want to download a previous version or looking for other downloads (e.g. RPA-worker), visit our Download Center.
