✓ Works

Docker Desktop + Windows 10 (WSL2): Fully Supported

Docker Desktop + Windows 10 + WSL2

Docker Desktop for Windows requires Windows 10 21H1 (Build 19043) or later with WSL2 enabled. WSL1 is not supported for Docker Desktop (deprecated). Enable WSL2 via `wsl --set-default-version 2`. Docker Compose v2 is included. A Docker Personal license is free for individuals.

Minimum version required: Windows 10 21H1 (Build 19043)

Workarounds & Fixes

Enable WSL2: run `wsl --set-default-version 2` in PowerShell as Administrator
Update WSL: `wsl --update`

Related Error Pages

Fix: docker docker compose not found wsl2
Fix: docker permission denied var run docker sock

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Last verified: 2024-06-01 · Category: Docker Engine + OS