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Publisher’s description
What is MinIO Client?
MinIO Client is an open-source program for Windows from MinIO.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as Portable. The main installer is 1 KB. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 2025.08.13, released on April 21, 2026. 4 versions are listed since January 18, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 1.8 releases a year.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
- Small download (1 KB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- The official download link did not answer at the last check
In short: MinIO Client is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit PCs.
Is MinIO Client safe to download?
- The file is served by dl.min.io, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
C8DB13EBEDA31497F354C0E950809DB0AE9B2A2A69B8AFEE68C128C37300C157· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link did not answer 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 4 versions ›4 versions over 2 years · about 1.8 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025.08.13Latest | April 21, 2026 | 1 KB | 64-bit Portable |
| 2025.07.16 | July 16, 2025 | — | 64-bit Portable |
| 2024.10.02 | October 2, 2024 | — | 64-bit Portable |
| 2024.01.18 | January 18, 2024 | — | 64-bit Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id MinIO.Client -escoop install main/minio-clientProgram files (.exe): mc.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is MinIO Client free?
Yes. MinIO Client is open-source software under the AGPL-3.0 licence.
Is MinIO Client safe to download?
The download comes from dl.min.io, 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 MinIO Client 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 MinIO Client run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of MinIO Client?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to January 18, 2024.
Can I use MinIO Client without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.