FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Laragon different from XAMPP, MAMP, or Docker?
Laragon is faster, more lightweight, and beautifully designed for modern development. It doesn't pollute your system, runs isolated, and requires zero configuration. Everything is portable, self-contained, and customizable; perfect for serious developers.
Is Laragon really portable?
Absolutely. Just move the Laragon folder to any location, even a USB drive, and it works. No need to reinstall or reconfigure anything.
Can Laragon speed up my workflow?
Yes! Laragon starts instantly, creates projects in one click, auto-update PHP, auto-backup MySQL and auto-configures environments. It handles SSL, hosts, and databases for you; so you spend time coding, not setting things up.
Does Laragon support multiple versions of PHP/MySQL/etc.?
Yes. Laragon makes it easy to install and switch between multiple versions of PHP, Apache, MySQL, Node.js, Python, Ruby and more. Just select the version you want from the menu.
Do I need to install Composer, Node, or Python separately?
No. Laragon includes tools like Composer, Node, npm, Python, and pip out-of-the-box. They just work; and can be updated easily within Laragon.
Can I use my own tech stack?
Definitely. Laragon is stack-agnostic. You can add tools, services, and languages by simply dropping them into the bin folder. It even supports Profile so you can switch between stacks effortlessly.
Is HTTPS supported locally?
Yes! Laragon can generate self-signed SSL certificates in one click, so you can test HTTPS apps locally using domains like https://app.test.
Does Laragon work on Windows 11?
Yes, Laragon is fully compatible with Windows 10 & 11, and designed to integrate seamlessly with the OS without affecting your global settings.
How easy is it to share projects with teammates?
With Laragon's Quick Share and Ngrok integration, you can securely share your local app with just one click; perfect for demos, testing, or collaboration.
Laragon’s portable architecture lets you share the entire Laragon folder via GitHub, making it effortless to onboard new developers with a fully pre-configured development environment.
Can Laragon replace Docker?
For many development use cases: YES. Laragon is much faster, simpler, and more lightweight than Docker for local web development. You get speed, isolation, and simplicity; without the learning curve.
Is Laragon Free?
Not anymore. Starting from Laragon 7, it is no longer free.
Laragon now offers a simple and affordable pricing model:
- Free for non-commercial use with an unlicensed version (a license popup will appear when starting Laragon or its services).
- Budget-friendly licenses for personal and non-commercial use.
- Competitive pricing for commercial use.
For full details, please visit the Laragon Pricing FAQs.