Available directly on the Microsoft Store, GoPro Player serves as the primary hub for PC users.
Since the desktop app is dead, here’s what GoPro intends you to do on Windows: gopro quik for windows download
Would you like a direct, safe download link to the legacy Quik 2.7 installer? Available directly on the Microsoft Store, GoPro Player
If you just want to use your camera as a webcam, GoPro has a separate available on the same download page. This allows you to plug your Hero 8 or later into your PC via USB and use it for Zoom, Teams, or Discord. This allows you to plug your Hero 8
If you are looking to edit on Windows, you need to download . It is the official desktop software that allows you to view, trim, and stabilize footage (specifically from Hero 9 and later).
Before downloading, ensure your Windows PC meets the minimum requirements for smooth playback, especially for 4K and 5K footage: