The command line client for IBM Cloud
Publisher’s description
What is IBM Cloud CLI?
IBM Cloud CLI is an open-source program for Windows from IBM.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as Portable. It runs without installation (portable).
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- No update for more than a year
In short: IBM Cloud CLI is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down.
Is IBM Cloud CLI safe to download?
- The file is served by download.clis.cloud.ibm.com; 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:
07A27C4AF96ACE65465CDC18F6B11FFAEA794D1B9A1C65225326BA3907CA47F9· 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.16.1Latest | June 11, 2023 | — | 64-bit ZIP32-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id IBM.Cloud.CLI -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is IBM Cloud CLI free?
Yes. IBM Cloud CLI is open-source software under the Apache-2.0 licence.
Is IBM Cloud CLI safe to download?
The download comes from download.clis.cloud.ibm.com; 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 IBM Cloud CLI 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 IBM Cloud CLI 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.
Can I use IBM Cloud CLI without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.