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What is Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0?
Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 is an open-source languages & sdk program for Windows from Microsoft Corporation.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit as EXE (WiX Burn). The main installer is 29.8 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. It needs Windows 7 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 9.0.22, released on October 25, 2026. 23 versions are listed since November 12, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 12 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 12 a year)
Cons
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 is an open-source languages & sdk tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 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:
C0327DAF307C18F23515735BAE8A1C2EE3881B317F6DD1AAAE867B852B8235A6· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 27, 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 23 versions ›23 versions over 2 years · about 12 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.0.22Latest | October 25, 2026 | 29.8 MB | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.21 | October 13, 2026 | 30.0 MB | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.20 | September 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.19 | August 12, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.18 | July 16, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.17 | June 10, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.16 | May 12, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 9.0.15 | April 14, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn) |
Release cycle and support
Version 9.0.22 belongs to the 9 release line, supported until November 10, 2026.
| Release line | Released | Support ends | Latest version | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 (LTS)LTS | November 11, 2025 | November 14, 2028 | 10.0.13 | Supported |
| 9 | November 12, 2024 | November 10, 2026 | 9.0.21 | Supported |
| 8 (LTS)LTS | November 14, 2023 | November 10, 2026 | 8.0.32 | Supported |
| 7 | November 8, 2022 | May 14, 2024 | 7.0.20 | End of life |
| 6 (LTS)LTS | November 8, 2021 | November 12, 2024 | 6.0.36 | End of life |
| 5 | November 10, 2020 | May 10, 2022 | 5.0.17 | End of life |
| Core 3.1 (LTS)LTS | December 3, 2019 | December 13, 2022 | 3.1.32 | End of life |
| Core 3.0 | September 23, 2019 | March 3, 2020 | 3.0.3 | End of life |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Microsoft.DotNet.Runtime.9 -edotnet-runtime-9.0.22-win-x64.exe /quietmsiexec /x {82588CAC-50D6-47DF-A52A-FB36A4446C49} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Microsoft Corporation
- Category
- Languages & SDKs
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (Windows 7+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (WiX Burn)
- Version
- 9.0.22
- Released
- October 25, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- November 12, 2024
- Versions listed
- 23
- Updates / year
- 11.8
- Website
- dotnet.microsoft.com
- winget ID
- Microsoft.DotNet.Runtime.9
- MSI product code
- {82588cac-50d6-47df-a52a-fb36a4446c49}
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 free?
Yes. Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 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 .NET Runtime 9.0 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 .NET Runtime 9.0 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 support?
The installer requires Windows 7 or newer and is available for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit.
Does Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0 run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Microsoft .NET Runtime 9.0?
The versions page lists all 23 versions with links to their official installer files, back to November 12, 2024.
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