You can't and shouldn't. Just buy it authentically
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No, Minecraft, the full version, is not free. It costs $26.95 US dollars. However, they do offer a demo version for the PC, and classic (which isn't too much like the full game, demo is more like the full game).
If you want the full version then yes it is around 17 pounds, however you can get an extremely outdated and classic version of the game for free, you can download the game from minecraft.net.
You can play the old version free here but the new version you have to buy.
Yes, go the Minecraft website (if you have full/ bought Minecraft) and sign in. Then click on download and head to the PC download.
Leaglly, no. If you want to play a free version of minecraft legally, the official Minecraft website (minecraft.net) hosts an edition of Minecraft called Classic. Its a great alternative if you can't afford to buy the game.