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This guide explains how to install Jekyll on a Windows system.

What is Jekyll?

Jekyll is a static site generator written in Ruby.
It builds static websites from files written in HTML or Markdown.

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Environment

  • Windows 10 64-bit
  • Ruby 3.2.3

Installation Steps

  1. Install Ruby + DevKit
  2. Install Jekyll
  3. Verify the Installation

1. Install Ruby + DevKit

For instructions on installing Ruby + DevKit, see this guide.
During the final screen of the installation wizard, make sure to select:
“Run ‘ridk install’ to set up MSYS2 and development toolchain. MSYS2 is required to install gems with C extensions.”

2. Install Jekyll

Open Command Prompt or PowerShell and run the following command:

> gem install jekyll bundler

3. Verify the Installation

To confirm that Jekyll was successfully installed, check its version.
Open Command Prompt or PowerShell and run:

> jekyll -v
jekyll 4.3.3

If the version is displayed, Jekyll has been installed successfully.