With this app you get Debian for the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
You will be able to use a complete Debian command line environment containing a full current stable release environment.
If this is your first WSL app you might have to enable WSL first (or contact your device administrator to do so).
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wsl/install
After the installation you can start the WSL console by either clicking the "Debian" tile in the start menu or by typing "debian" in powershell or cmd.
To keep your Debian environment up-to-date please use the following commands:
Publisher’s description
What is Debian?
Debian by The Debian Project is free Windows software in the virtualisation category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides APPX installers for 64-bit and ARM64 Windows. The main installer is 175.0 MB. It needs Windows 10 1703 or newer. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.12.2.0, released on April 24, 2023. The version history goes back to August 25, 2022: 2 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is more than a year old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No update for more than a year
In short: Debian is a free virtualisation tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Debian safe to download?
- The file is served by publicwsldistros.blob.core.windows.net; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
592169D939EDB25D1C6EA8E0E247A6EE3F44B08E6077742D996739E821C6EC44· 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.12.2.0Latest | April 24, 2023 | 175.0 MB | ARM64 APPX64-bit APPX |
| 1.12.1.0 | August 25, 2022 | — | ARM64 MSIX64-bit MSIX |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Debian.Debian -eAdd-AppxPackage -Path TheDebianProject.DebianGNULinux_1.12.2.0_neutral___76v4gfsz19hv4.AppxBundleGet-AppxPackage -Name TheDebianProject.DebianGNULinux | Remove-AppxPackageProgram files (.exe): debian.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- The Debian Project
- Category
- Virtualisation
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1703+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- APPX
- Version
- 1.12.2.0
- Released
- April 24, 2023
- Added to the catalogue
- August 25, 2022
- Versions listed
- 2
- Website
- wiki.debian.org
- winget ID
- Debian.Debian
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Debian free?
Yes. Debian is free to use.
Is Debian safe to download?
The download comes from publicwsldistros.blob.core.windows.net; 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 Debian 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 Debian be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does Debian support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1703 or newer and is available for 64-bit and ARM64.
Does Debian run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Debian?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 25, 2022.
What are alternatives to Debian?
Sandboxie, Oracle VirtualBox, Vagrant, Multipass and QEMU. The alternatives page compares them.
