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DDB Access for Windows

After 15 years, DDB Access needed a full rewrite to facilitate maintenance and further improvements. The new version, with a modern look and feel, is also published on Microsoft Store. Both versions will receive the same updates.

The new version adds a compact mode: DDB Access can show in full screen as previously, or side by side with the original text in a smartphone-like format.

Frequent users should prefer the SL ("Second Life") version published here since it can be (re)installed later on the same machine or another one even if publication is discontinued.

New in this version

- Compact mode.
- Fixed: access to Japan mirror.
- Dictionaries updated.

Download DDB Access 2025.11 SL

Installation

- Uncompress the .zip file.
- Double click on the .msix file (replaces the .exe).
- Backup the .zip or .msix file.

System requirements: Windows 10 or 11.

Legacy version

Legacy version:   v2025.03

Please note that versions 2025.11 or newer will not automatically uninstall legacy versions.