Embed web content (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) in your native applications with Microsoft Edge WebView2.
Publisher’s description
What is Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime?
Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime by Microsoft Corporation is proprietary Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE installers for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 156.0.4314.50, released on October 26, 2026. The version history goes back to April 3, 2024: 153 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 60 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 60 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime is a Windows tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime safe to download?
- The file is served by msedge.sf.dl.delivery.mp.microsoft.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
1C401B327FBC7BB9731B4E350A2194F083CBC3EDE46508D52E1CAE6610A39BEA· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 153 versions ›153 versions over 3 years · about 60 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156.0.4314.50Latest | October 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE64-bit EXEARM64 EXE32-bit EXE |
| 155.0.4283.62 | October 16, 2026 | 217.4 MB | 32-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
| 155.0.4283.60 | October 15, 2026 | 217.5 MB | 32-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXEARM64 EXE |
| 155.0.4283.45 | October 8, 2026 | 217.5 MB | 32-bit EXEARM64 EXEARM64 EXE32-bit EXE |
| 154.0.4258.62 | October 5, 2026 | 216.2 MB | 64-bit EXE64-bit EXEARM64 EXE32-bit EXE |
| 154.0.4258.53 | October 1, 2026 | 216.2 MB | 32-bit EXE32-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXE |
| 154.0.4258.48 | September 29, 2026 | 216.1 MB | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXE |
| 154.0.4258.37 | September 24, 2026 | 216.2 MB | ARM64 EXE64-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Microsoft.EdgeWebView2Runtime -escoop install extras/webview2MicrosoftEdgeWebView2RuntimeInstallerX64.exe /silent /installRelated 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
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 156.0.4314.50
- Released
- October 26, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 3, 2024
- Versions listed
- 153
- Updates / year
- 59.7
- Website
- developer.microsoft.com
- winget ID
- Microsoft.EdgeWebView2Runtime
- Scoop package
- extras/webview2
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime free?
Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime 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 Edge WebView2 Runtime safe to download?
The download comes from msedge.sf.dl.delivery.mp.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 Edge WebView2 Runtime 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 Edge WebView2 Runtime be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime?
The versions page lists all 153 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 3, 2024.
Can I use Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
