AirPrint Server for Windows 10 & 11
Turn any USB or local printer connected to your Windows computer into a genuine Apple AirPrint printer. Print seamlessly from iPhone, iPad, and Mac with zero apps or drivers.
How AirPrint on Windows Works
AirPrint is not proprietary hardware magic. It is two open networking standards running together.
mDNS / Bonjour Broadcast
Printman advertises your printer over standard multicast DNS (_ipp._tcp & _universal._sub._ipp._tcp), allowing iOS devices on Wi-Fi to immediately discover it in the native share sheet.
Embedded IPP Everywhere
When you tap "Print" on your iPhone, Apple sends a standard IPP request containing an Apple URF raster or PDF document directly to Printman’s embedded LAN server.
Windows Spooler Bridge
Printman receives the job, converts it, and immediately feeds it into the native Windows Print Spooler using your existing manufacturer driver. The printer prints without delay.
Why Choose Printman Over Other AirPrint Workarounds
Compare Printman against legacy software and hardware alternatives.
vs. Raspberry Pi CUPS Server
A Raspberry Pi requires extra hardware (\$40–\$80), a dedicated power supply, Linux SD card flashing, and CUPS configuration. Printman runs directly on the Windows computer you already own.
vs. Legacy "AirPrint Activator" (2011)
AirPrint Activator was abandoned over a decade ago. It relied on outdated Windows 7 registry hacks and binary patches that completely break and trigger security errors on Windows 10 & 11.
vs. Commercial Software (O'Print)
Commercial tools charge paid license fees and often install unwanted background telemetry. Printman is 100% free, open-source (MIT), zero-dependency, and respects your privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enable AirPrint on Windows 10 or 11?
Download Printman, open PowerShell or Command Prompt, and run: printman.exe share. Printman automatically starts a standards-compliant IPP Everywhere print server and advertises your Windows printers via Bonjour (mDNS) across your local Wi-Fi network.
Does this replace the need for a Raspberry Pi or CUPS server?
Yes. Many users set up a Raspberry Pi with Linux and CUPS solely to make their non-wireless printer AirPrint compatible. Printman runs directly on the Windows machine where your printer driver is already installed, saving you hardware costs and Linux configuration.
Do I need to install any apps on my iPhone or iPad?
No. Your printer appears natively in the standard iOS/iPadOS Print dialog (in Safari, Mail, Photos, Files, etc.). It behaves exactly like a native Apple AirPrint-certified wireless printer.
Is Printman free and open source?
Yes. Unlike commercial legacy tools like O'Print or outdated 2011 utilities like AirPrint Activator, Printman is completely free, open source under the MIT License, and built with modern zero-dependency .NET for Windows 10 and 11.
What about Android, macOS, and Linux devices?
AirPrint is built on IPP Everywhere and mDNS standards. Printman advertises both AirPrint and Mopria profiles simultaneously, meaning Android devices, MacBooks, Chromebooks, and Linux laptops can all print to the shared printer without drivers.
Enable AirPrint on Windows Right Now
No setup wizard. No registration. Download the standalone ZIP and start sharing in 30 seconds.