Truly separate
Starter is a standalone download—not a restricted view of your Forge Online account.
Free downloadable edition
Forge Starter runs on your computer—not in our cloud.
Download the offline-capable edition for strength workouts, planning and local tracking. It does not require a Forge account, and its records stay in your browser.
Download Forge Starter
Version 1.0 includes Forge Starter and a guided setup. Everything you need is explained inside the download.
Your data stays with you
Workout and nutrition records remain in the browser where you use Starter.
Works offline
Once it is set up, core planning and workout features work without a constant connection.
Portable backups
Download a backup before changing browsers or computers, then restore it when you need it.
No provider password
Starter never asks for your Garmin, Strava or other provider password.
Upgrade when useful
Forge Online adds cloud backup, authorized connections, recovery guidance and AI Coach.
Set up in three steps
STEP 1
Download and open
Unzip Forge Starter and keep the folder somewhere permanent on your computer.
STEP 2
Follow the setup guide
The included guide walks you through opening Forge Starter on your computer.
STEP 3
Protect your history
Download a backup before clearing browser data or changing devices.
Bring your Garmin or activity history
Starter includes a real local importer for FIT, TCX, GPX and CSV activity files. Open Local Data, choose one or several exports, review the result, and duplicate activities are skipped automatically.
Prefer cloud backup and connected services? Create a Forge Online account →