Download minimal-adb-fastboot-1.4.3-portable.zip as your primary tool for general Android maintenance. Keep a copy of the latest Google Platform-Tools (official) on hand for bleeding-edge devices.
For legacy devices (Galaxy S5, Nexus 5, OnePlus 3/5), this version is the holy grail. For the Pixel 8 or Galaxy S24, use it for ADB but switch to newer fastboot. download minimal-adb-fastboot-1.4.3-portable.zip
Because this is a portable zip, "installation" simply means extraction. Download minimal-adb-fastboot-1
If you need a modern portable ADB/Fastboot, download Google Platform-Tools (latest): Because this is a portable zip, "installation" simply
If you love the portable concept but need newer fastboot.exe:
Version 1.4.3 is an older release. While functional for many devices, it is important to note: