Anki is a free and open-source flashcard program. It uses techniques from cognitive science such as active recall testing and spaced repetition to aid the user in memorization. The name comes from the Japanese word for {{cite book|script-title=ja:NHK日本語発音アクセント新辞典|publisher=NHK Publishing|editor=NHK Broadcasting Culture Research Institute|date=24 May 2016|lang=ja}}</ref>"}},"i":0}}]}'>"memorization" (暗記, anki; aŋʲ.kʲi]).
The SM-2 algorithm, created for SuperMemo in the late 1980s, has historically formed the basis of the spaced repetition methods employed in the program. Anki's implementation of the algorithm has been modified to allow priorities on cards and to show flashcards in order of their urgency. Anki 23.10+ also has a native implementation of the Free Spaced Repetition Scheduler (FSRS) algorithm, which allows for more optimal spacing of card repetitions.
What is Anki?
Anki by Anki is open-source Windows software in the education category. It ranks 1st by popularity among education in this catalogue. The first release dates back to 2006. It is written in Python. Besides Windows, it is available for GNU/Linux, BSD, macOS and iOS.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit and ARM64 Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 26.09.3, released on September 23, 2026. The version history goes back to March 30, 2021: 46 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 8.4 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 146,033 times. The source code on GitHub (ankitects/anki) has 32,202 stars. Wikipedia has an article about it in 24 of our languages. On Windows it registers 1 file type, including .apkg. Similar programs include Praat, OpenBoard and Tux Paint.
Project description on GitHub: “Anki is a smart spaced repetition flashcard program”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Frequent updates (about 8.4 a year)
- Also runs on GNU/Linux, BSD and macOS
In short: Anki is an open-source education tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Screenshots
Is Anki safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
8A45823D1C31017CEBB7D3AF4493D69B6AE3C185345FCB2390EDE4AF01E0A950· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Security practices (OpenSSF Scorecard)
Automated checks of the ankitects/anki repository on GitHub by the Open Source Security Foundation, last run on October 19, 2026.
- Actively maintained10
- Security policy10
- Published packages10
- Code review9
- No binaries in the repository9
- Licence declared9
- Static code analysis8
- Pinned dependencies7
- No dangerous workflows0
- Restricted token permissions0
- OpenSSF Best Practices badge0
- Fuzzing0
- Signed releases0
The score rates how the project is developed and released, not whether the program is safe to install. scorecard.dev
Recent versions
All 46 versions ›46 versions over 5 years · about 8.4 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.09.3Latest | September 23, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI |
| 26.09.2 | September 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 26.09 | September 14, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 26.08.1 | June 15, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI |
| 26.05 | June 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 25.09 | September 6, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 25.02.7 | June 6, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 25.02.6 | June 1, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Anki.Anki -echoco install anki -yscoop install extras/ankimsiexec /i anki-26.09.3-win-x64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {5BBAE28F-5330-4C93-B84A-BACBEC97A2B3} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask ankiflatpak install flathub net.ankiweb.AnkiInformation
- Publisher
- Anki
- Category
- Education
- Licence
- AGPL-3.0-or-later
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/ankitects/anki
- Written in
- Python
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- MSI
- Other platforms
- GNU/Linux, BSD, macOS, iOS
- Version
- 26.09.3
- Released
- September 23, 2026
- First release
- 2006
- Added to the catalogue
- March 30, 2021
- Versions listed
- 46
- Updates / year
- 8.4
- Chocolatey downloads
- 146,033
- GitHub stars
- 32,202
- GitHub forks
- 3,369
- Website
- apps.ankiweb.net
- winget ID
- Anki.Anki
- Chocolatey package
- anki
- Scoop package
- extras/anki
- MSI product code
- {5BBAE28F-5330-4C93-B84A-BACBEC97A2B3}
File types it opens (1)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Anki free?
Yes. Anki is open-source software under the AGPL-3.0-or-later licence.
Is Anki safe to download?
The download comes from github.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 Anki 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 Anki be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Anki run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Anki?
The versions page lists all 46 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 30, 2021.
Can I use Anki without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Anki?
Praat, OpenBoard, Tux Paint, eXeLearning and GeoGebra Geometry. The alternatives page compares them.
