Microsoft Build Tools 2015 provides the essential tools for building managed applications. These tools previously were included in the .NET Framework, but they are now available as this separate download.
Publisher’s description
What is Microsoft Build Tools 2015?
Microsoft Build Tools 2015 is a proprietary program for Windows from Microsoft Corporation.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 32-bit as EXE (WiX Burn). The main installer is 25.6 MB. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- No update for more than a year
In short: Microsoft Build Tools 2015 is a Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Microsoft Build Tools 2015 safe to download?
- The file is served by download.microsoft.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
92CFB3DE1721066FF5A93F14A224CC26F839969706248B8B52371A8C40A9445B· 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14.0.23107.10Latest | February 27, 2023 | 25.6 MB | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Microsoft.BuildTools2015 -eBuildTools_Full.exe /quiet /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Microsoft Corporation
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (WiX Burn)
- Version
- 14.0.23107.10
- Released
- February 27, 2023
- Added to the catalogue
- February 27, 2023
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- microsoft.com
- winget ID
- Microsoft.BuildTools2015
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Build Tools 2015 free?
Microsoft Build Tools 2015 is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Microsoft Build Tools 2015 safe to download?
The download comes from download.microsoft.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 Microsoft Build Tools 2015 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 Microsoft Build Tools 2015 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Microsoft Build Tools 2015 run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
