: Navigate to the Visual Studio Older Downloads portal.
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2015: Official Download Guide
Technically, . However, Microsoft offers a free trial for 30 days. If you require a permanently free version of the 2015 IDE, Microsoft provides Visual Studio Community 2015 , which is nearly identical in features to the Professional edition but intended for individuals, open-source projects, and small teams. Official Download Instructions
To download the official installer directly from Microsoft, follow these steps: