The greenest browser on Earth.
Publisher’s description
What is Ecosia Browser?
Ecosia Browser by The Ecosia Browser Authors is free Windows software in the web browsers category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE installers for 64-bit and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 118.9 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights.
Updates and version history
The current version is 148.1.7778.12, released on May 20, 2026. The version history goes back to April 19, 2024: 67 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 32 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 8 file types, including .pdf, .html, .xhtml, .webp and .htm. Similar programs include Brave, Waterfox and qutebrowser.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Installs without administrator rights
- Frequent updates (about 32 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- No documented silent install switch
In short: Ecosia Browser is a free web browser tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained.
Is Ecosia Browser safe to download?
- The file is served by app-cms-repo.ecosia-browser.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:
B59503E8D450D184C79456931C354A453475BE1FA8B0B6E3FE98728EAA32E5E1· 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 67 versions ›67 versions over 2 years · about 32 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148.1.7778.12Latest | May 20, 2026 | 118.9 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
| 148.1.7778.9 | May 13, 2026 | 119.2 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
| 148.1.7778.6 | May 6, 2026 | 119.6 MB | 32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
| 147.1.7727.18 | April 28, 2026 | 118.5 MB | 32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
| 147.1.7727.17 | April 23, 2026 | 118.5 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
| 147.1.7727.15 | April 17, 2026 | 118.6 MB | 32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
| 146.1.7680.12 | March 31, 2026 | 122.0 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
| 146.1.7680.11 | March 24, 2026 | 122.0 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Ecosia.EcosiaBrowser -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- The Ecosia Browser Authors
- Category
- Web browsers
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 148.1.7778.12
- Released
- May 20, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 25, 2024
- Versions listed
- 67
- Updates / year
- 32.2
- winget ID
- Ecosia.EcosiaBrowser
File types it opens (8)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ecosia Browser free?
Yes. Ecosia Browser is free to use.
Is Ecosia Browser safe to download?
The download comes from app-cms-repo.ecosia-browser.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 Ecosia Browser 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.
Does Ecosia Browser run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Ecosia Browser?
The versions page lists all 67 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 19, 2024.
Can I use Ecosia Browser without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Ecosia Browser?
Brave, Waterfox, qutebrowser, Yandex Browser and Google Chrome. The alternatives page compares them.
