# Requirements

In this article, you will find the requirements to get started with Umbraco UI Builder. Umbraco UI Builder allows you to create and manage custom UI elements for your Umbraco backoffice.

## Prerequisites

* Umbraco 15+ website configured and ready to install Umbraco UI Builder.

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For instructions on installing Umbraco, see the [Umbraco CMS Documentation](https://docs.umbraco.com/umbraco-cms/fundamentals/setup/install).
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## System Requirements

To use Umbraco UI Builder, your setup must meet these minimum requirements:

* **Umbraco CMS version 15+**
* **SQL Server Database** (SQLite is acceptable for testing but not recommended for live deployments)

## Versioning

Umbraco UI Builder is an add-on product for Umbraco CMS, and follows the [versioning strategy laid out for Umbraco CMS](https://umbraco.com/products/knowledge-center/versioning-and-release-cadence/).


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