Hangar is a single-binary Windows app that gives you Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, multiple PHP versions, Node, Mailpit, mkcert SSL, a built-in DNS server for *.test domains, and a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server. An open-source alternative to XAMPP, WAMP, and Laragon.
Hangar is the first PHP and database stack manager with first-class AI tool integration: connect Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, or any MCP-capable agent and let it manage services, run SQL, audit schemas, and toggle SSL on your behalf.
Features include one-click service management, multi-version PHP switchable per project, auto-generated vhosts, local HTTPS via embedded mkcert, a built-in DNS server, a server-side database auditor that emits runnable SQL migration files, and a unified launcher for phpMyAdmin, HeidiSQL, DBeaver, VS Code, PocketBase, and Mailpit.
Publisher’s description
What is Hangar?
Hangar is an open-source database program for Windows from Anssol Labs. It is written in Go.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (Anssol-Labs/hangar) has 2 stars. Similar programs include MariaDB, HeidiSQL and Dolt.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Hangar is an open-source database tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Hangar 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:
648422ADABB15D8DD1D40415E550A591DD46C28845BE3496ADA0956B4876D942· 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0Latest | May 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id AnssolLabs.Hangar -ehangar-amd64-installer.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Anssol Labs
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- GPL-3.0-or-later
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Anssol-Labs/hangar
- Written in
- Go
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Released
- May 19, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 26, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- GitHub stars
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- AnssolLabs.Hangar
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hangar free?
Yes. Hangar is open-source software under the GPL-3.0-or-later licence.
Is Hangar 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 Hangar 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 Hangar be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Hangar run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Can I use Hangar without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Hangar?
MariaDB, HeidiSQL, Dolt, SQLite and Beekeeper Studio. The alternatives page compares them.
