BookCAT is a powerful book collector database program which will help you catalog a book collection of any size. BookCAT is used by book-lovers, schools, churches, clubs, and business libraries. Using BookCAT you can quickly catalog your books by downloading information from the Internet. BookCAT will help you track what you have in your library, where it is (including books out on loan) and the total value of your collection.
A comprehensive set a data fields enables you to keep track of a wide range of information. Other features include customized entry fields, a loan module, flexible searching, a report designer, more than 80 pre-defined report formats, a sample data base to get you started, pop-up menus for quick feature access and navigation, and comprehensive context-sensitive on-line documentation available at the touch of a button.
- Enjoy a fully organized book collection.
- Find books easily.
- Always know exactly where your books are located.
- No more will you end up buying duplicates.
- Keep track of who borrowed what – never lose a book again.
- Keep accurate insurance records.
Publisher’s description
What is BookCAT?
BookCAT by FNProgramvare is proprietary Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 14.2 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Small download (14.2 MB)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: BookCAT is a Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is BookCAT safe to download?
- The file is served by fnprg.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
93626C94D7AC0845ACE8373774D4DFC2D92D4CDB8B1EEFCA38BC34BBF9AC7115· 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.34Latest | January 18, 2025 | 14.2 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id FNPrg.BookCAT -ebookcat_setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- FNProgramvare
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 10.34
- Released
- January 18, 2025
- Added to the catalogue
- September 19, 2025
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- fnprg.com
- winget ID
- FNPrg.BookCAT
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Frequently asked questions
Is BookCAT free?
BookCAT 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 BookCAT safe to download?
The download comes from fnprg.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 BookCAT 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 BookCAT be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does BookCAT run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.