: Because this is unsigned, third-party software, many downloads of this launcher are bundled with adware or malware . It is strongly recommended to use modern, open-source alternatives. Current Alternatives

Legacy launchers were built to run on Java 7 or Java 8. Modern Minecraft versions (1.17 and higher) require much newer Java environments (Java 16, 17, or 21 depending on the version). Running an ancient launcher on a modern Java setup will result in immediate crashes and initialization errors. Safe, Modern Alternatives for Minecraft Launchers