Fetch and vendor dependencies from Git, SVN, or archives into your repository
Publisher’s description
What is dfetch?
dfetch is an open-source version control program for Windows from DFetch-org. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 32-bit as MSI. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 0.14.4, released on August 28, 2026. 6 versions are listed since March 31, 2026, each with links to its own installer files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (dfetch-org/dfetch) has 13 stars. Similar programs include GitHub CLI, Git and GitTools GitVersion.
Project description on GitHub: “Dependency fetcher”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: dfetch is an open-source version control tool for 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is dfetch 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:
50DE7D2E81FDA4F997C1640A99B588AD24B8C96E7232CD7E291B6779313C712C· 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 dfetch-org/dfetch repository on GitHub by the Open Source Security Foundation, last run on October 18, 2026.
- Dependency update tool10
- Actively maintained10
- Security policy10
- No dangerous workflows10
- Restricted token permissions10
- No binaries in the repository10
- No known vulnerabilities10
- Static code analysis10
- Licence declared10
- Published packages10
- Contributors from several organisations10
- Tests in CI10
- Pinned dependencies7
- Code review5
- OpenSSF Best Practices badge5
- Branch protection4
- 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 6 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.14.4Latest | August 28, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 0.14.3 | June 26, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 0.14.2 | June 21, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 0.14.1 | June 19, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 0.14.0 | June 14, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 0.13.0 | March 31, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id DFetch-org.DFetch -emsiexec /i dfetch-0.14.4-win.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {90F074A9-D2A7-42D2-BBFF-E0767AB01CFD} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- DFetch-org
- Category
- Version control
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/dfetch-org/dfetch
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 0.14.4
- Released
- August 28, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 31, 2026
- Versions listed
- 6
- GitHub stars
- 13
- GitHub forks
- 5
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- DFetch-org.DFetch
- MSI product code
- {90F074A9-D2A7-42D2-BBFF-E0767AB01CFD}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is dfetch free?
Yes. dfetch is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is dfetch 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 dfetch 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 dfetch be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does dfetch run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of dfetch?
The versions page lists all 6 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 31, 2026.
What are alternatives to dfetch?
GitHub CLI, Git, GitTools GitVersion, Git Extensions and GitButler. The alternatives page compares them.
