DiffDog Server makes it easy to automate high-volume comparisons and generate diff reports comparing files, directories, URLs, and databases. This high-performance server software is available for Windows, Linux, and MacOS X machines.
Publisher’s description
What is Altova DiffDog Server?
Altova DiffDog Server is a proprietary developer utilitie program for Windows from Altova.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE. The main installer is 130.2 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2026.02.00, released on May 27, 2026. 2 versions are listed since October 24, 2025, each with links to its own installer files.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 1 file type, including .altova_licenses. Similar programs include WinMerge, jq and x64dbg.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Altova DiffDog Server is a developer utilitie tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Altova DiffDog Server safe to download?
- The file is served by cdn.sw.altova.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
3BBB994CA94EC848C227FE94A7A36BC5706C6E03A8D428443B9BA006D9E5120B· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026.02.00Latest | May 27, 2026 | 130.2 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
| 2026.00.00 | October 24, 2025 | — | 32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Altova.DiffDogServer.2026 -eDiffDogServer2026rel2_x64.exe /qnmsiexec /x {07FB707A-E2C0-4620-A760-D91BFFED4A3E} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Altova
- Category
- Developer utilities
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 2026.02.00
- Released
- May 27, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 24, 2025
- Versions listed
- 2
- Website
- altova.com
- winget ID
- Altova.DiffDogServer.2026
- MSI product code
- {07FB707A-E2C0-4620-A760-D91BFFED4A3E}
File types it opens (1)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Altova DiffDog Server free?
Altova DiffDog Server is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Altova DiffDog Server safe to download?
The download comes from cdn.sw.altova.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Altova DiffDog Server with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Altova DiffDog Server be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Altova DiffDog Server run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Altova DiffDog Server?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 24, 2025.
What are alternatives to Altova DiffDog Server?
WinMerge, jq, x64dbg, KDiff3 and Meld. The alternatives page compares them.
