Prolific had removed the "clone-friendly" drivers by 2019. However, in early 2021, they briefly re-uploaded v3.2.0.0 under their legacy support section. The direct link pattern was:
Installer driver setup: * https://www.prolific.com.tw/US/CustomerLogin.aspx. * Sign in with your Private Account. Or enter "GUEST" Microsoft Community Hub PL2303 issues (Prolific USB to Serial Drivers) Win 11 prolific+usb+to+serial+comm+port+version+32+00+download+2021
Prolific officially states that counterfeit chips are not supported. Version 32.00 is a community favorite unofficial workaround, not an endorsement. Prolific had removed the "clone-friendly" drivers by 2019
If users encounter issues with the Prolific USB to Serial Comm Port driver, they can try troubleshooting common issues such as: * Sign in with your Private Account
Consider using tools like the Microsoft Show or Hide Updates troubleshooter to block the specific Prolific update. PL2303 issues (Prolific USB to Serial Drivers) Win 11
Short example: resolving a Code 10 after 3.2.0.0 install