How to Get Sticky Notes on Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Sticky Notes is a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app primarily designed for desktop operating systems like Windows 10 and 11. Because Windows Server 2019 lacks the Microsoft Store by default, the app is not natively pre-installed or easily accessible.
Part 6: Performance & Security Considerations for Server 2019
If you need that "pinned to desktop" feel without the headache, these options are popular among server users: Why it works for Servers Best Feature Stickies (Zhorn Software) Lightweight, no Store needed Stays on top of windows Simple Sticky Notes Tiny 3MB footprint Customizable transparency Professional grade Attaches notes to specific windows Official Microsoft support Syncs across all devices
The gold standard for server environments. Not to be confused with Microsoft's product, "Stickies" (by Tom Revell) is a lightweight Win32 app.
The legacy version of Sticky Notes from Windows 7 was a standard Win32 application. It is much more compatible with Server 2019 because it doesn't require the Microsoft Store.
- No automatic updates (no Microsoft Store access)
- No cloud sync (requires Store & Microsoft account sign-in, blocked by default on Server)
- May break after Windows Server cumulative updates
- Open Server Manager.
- Click Add roles and features.
- Go to Features.
- Expand User Interfaces and Infrastructure.
- Check the box for Desktop Experience.
- Install and reboot.
Bonus Point:
💡 This method uses virtually no system resources and does not require internet access or account syncing! 📦 Method 2: Sideloading the Modern App