A RAD tool to enable quick & easy development of user interfaces for the GTK toolkit and the GNOME desktop environment.
Note that as of January 9, 2026, the recentmost Windows version (3.14.2) lags noticeably behind the recentmost Linux version (3.40.0).
Publisher’s description
What is Glade?
Glade is an open-source program for Windows from GNOME Project.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 32-bit as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 18.0 MB. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- No update for more than a year
In short: Glade is an open-source Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Glade safe to download?
- The file is served by download.gnome.org, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
7FDE3192A88EF35A229C4C77789E11D47ED7AA74625FF1DD5082140D638463DB· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.14.2Latest | December 4, 2012 | 18.0 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id gnome.Glade -eglade-3-14-2-installer.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- GNOME Project
- Licence
- GPLv3
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 3.14.2
- Released
- December 4, 2012
- Added to the catalogue
- January 12, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- glade.gnome.org
- winget ID
- gnome.Glade
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Glade free?
Yes. Glade is open-source software under the GPLv3 licence.
Is Glade safe to download?
The download comes from download.gnome.org, 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 Glade 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 Glade be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Glade run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
