You can install Minecraft Forge for free from the Forge website, and then use it to download and enable mods.

The Minecraft 26.1 update for Java Edition is out now. The much-awaited Tiny Takeover game drop introduces overhauled baby mobs, golden dandelions, and more. Additionally, it addresses persistent ...

To install these mods, you'll need to use a free add-on called Minecraft Forge. This will let you customize "Minecraft: Java Edition" with mods. Quick tip: Minecraft Forge can't be used to add mods to ...