Downloading TFT (Teamfight Tactics) is completely free, and it only takes a few minutes on any device. Teamfight Tactics is Riot Games' strategy auto-battler, and you can install it on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android. This guide walks you through every step, from creating a free Riot account to launching your first match — with the same progress following you across all your devices.
On PC and Mac, TFT lives inside the League of Legends client, so you download one installer and pick the Teamfight Tactics mode. On phones and tablets it is a separate, standalone app you grab from the App Store or Google Play. Either way, a single Riot account ties everything together.
What you'll need before you start
- A free Riot account — the same login works on PC and mobile.
- A stable internet connection for the initial download and updates.
- Free storage: roughly 20 GB on PC/Mac (shared with League of Legends) and around 3–5 GB on mobile.
- A supported device: Windows or macOS, or a reasonably modern iPhone, iPad or Android phone/tablet.
How to download TFT (Teamfight Tactics)
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Step 1: Create a free Riot account and choose your device
Everything in TFT is tied to a Riot account, and it is free to make. Sign up (or sign in) with your email and a password — you can do this on the website or in-app. Then decide where you want to play: PC or Mac uses the League of Legends client, while iPhone, iPad and Android use a standalone app. The same account works everywhere, so your unlocks and rank carry over.
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Step 2: PC / Mac — download the game from the official site
On a computer, head to the official Teamfight Tactics page and click Download for Free, choosing Windows or macOS as needed. This saves the Riot/League of Legends installer, which is the same launcher that runs TFT. Always download from Riot's official site to avoid fake installers, then run the file once it finishes saving.
Grab the free installer from the official TFT website on PC or Mac. -
Step 3: PC / Mac — install, then pick TFT in the client
Run the installer and let it set up the Riot Client and League of Legends. When the client opens, look at the game-mode selector at the top and choose Teamfight Tactics. Press Play: the first time you launch TFT, the client downloads the remaining game files automatically. Once the progress bar finishes, you are ready to queue.
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Step 4: Mobile — install the free TFT app
On a phone or tablet, open the App Store (iPhone/iPad) or Google Play (Android) and search for "Teamfight Tactics." Confirm the developer is listed as Riot Games so you don't install a copycat, then tap GET or Install. The download is free and the app is fully standalone — you don't need League of Legends on mobile.
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Step 5: Sign in, finish the download, and start playing
Launch TFT and sign in with your Riot account. The game may download a final set of files on first run. Use the same account on every device and cross-progression keeps your rank, Little Legends and other unlocks in sync between PC and mobile. When everything is loaded, jump into a match and start building your team.
Log in with the same Riot account to share progress across devices.
Helpful tips
- Install once per account. Because progress is shared, you can install TFT on a PC for long sessions and on a phone for quick games without losing anything.
- Free up space first. If the download stalls, make sure you have enough free storage — the PC client shares files with League of Legends.
- Use Wi-Fi for the first install. The initial download is the largest; later patches are much smaller.
- Watch the developer name. On mobile, only install the app published by Riot Games to stay safe.
Troubleshooting
The download is stuck or very slow
Pause and resume the download, check your internet connection, and confirm you have enough free disk space. On PC, restarting the Riot Client often gets a stalled update moving again.
I can't find Teamfight Tactics in the client
Make sure League of Legends finished installing, then open the game-mode selector at the top of the client and choose Teamfight Tactics. Press Play to trigger the first-time mode download.
The mobile app won't install
Confirm your device meets the app's requirements, update your operating system if prompted, and ensure you have a few gigabytes of free space. If it still fails, restart the device and try again.
Frequently asked questions
Is TFT free to download?
Yes. Teamfight Tactics is free to download and play on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android. Optional cosmetics can be purchased, but the game itself costs nothing.
Do I need League of Legends to play TFT?
On PC and Mac, TFT runs inside the League of Legends client, so you install that launcher. On mobile, TFT is a separate standalone app and does not require League of Legends.
Can I play TFT on both PC and my phone with one account?
Yes. Sign in with the same Riot account on each device and cross-progression keeps your rank, Little Legends and unlocks synced everywhere.
How much storage does TFT need?
Expect roughly 20 GB on PC/Mac (shared with League of Legends) and about 3–5 GB on mobile, plus extra room for updates.
Where should I download TFT from to stay safe?
Always use the official Teamfight Tactics website on PC, and the App Store or Google Play on mobile, checking that Riot Games is listed as the developer.
Final thoughts
Downloading TFT is quick and free no matter which device you use: grab the installer from the official site on PC or Mac, or the standalone app on mobile, sign in with your Riot account, and let the game finish updating. Thanks to cross-progression, you can swap between desktop and phone without missing a beat. To get started, visit the official Teamfight Tactics website and download the game for free.
