Software Management Tool
Publisher’s description
What is CarePackage?
CarePackage is an open-source download manager program for Windows from Caprine Logic. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 4.3.8, released on February 21, 2026. 4 versions are listed since July 11, 2025, each with links to its own installer files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (depthbomb/CarePackage) has 3 stars. Similar programs include youtube-dl, yt-dlp and Transmission.
Project description on GitHub: “A desktop application for Windows 10/11 that makes it quick and easy to download and install all of your favorite programs at once.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: CarePackage is an open-source download manager tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is CarePackage 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:
2B6260019212F415DA8847BF160B6DF1C8A8A7512F22F69A093A9EB96BD14B20· 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
Recent versions
All 4 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3.8Latest | February 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.3.1 | July 11, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.3.1.0 | July 11, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.3.0.0 | July 11, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id CaprineLogic.CarePackage -ecarepackage_installer.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Caprine Logic
- Category
- Download managers
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/depthbomb/CarePackage
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 4.3.8
- Released
- February 21, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 11, 2025
- Versions listed
- 4
- GitHub stars
- 3
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- CaprineLogic.CarePackage
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is CarePackage free?
Yes. CarePackage is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is CarePackage 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 CarePackage 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 CarePackage be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does CarePackage run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of CarePackage?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 11, 2025.
What are alternatives to CarePackage?
youtube-dl, yt-dlp, Transmission, Jackett and Tribler. The alternatives page compares them.
