MinIO is a high-performance, S3 compatible object store. It is built for large scale AI/ML, data
lake and database workloads. It is software-defined and runs on any cloud or on-premises
infrastructure. MinIO is dual-licensed under open source GNU AGPL v3 and a commercial enterprise
license.
Publisher’s description
What is MinIO Server?
MinIO Server 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 2025.07.18, released on July 18, 2024. 2 versions are listed since December 18, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. The last update is more than a year old.
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
- No update for more than a year
- The official download link did not answer at the last check
In short: MinIO Server is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down.
Is MinIO Server 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:
A01888C3D8109558220C8391BEBE771DF1A89F60D2A4E5C4FF40D621DDB98930· 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 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025.07.18Latest | July 18, 2024 | 1 KB | 64-bit Portable |
| 2024.12.18 | December 18, 2024 | — | 64-bit Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id MinIO.Server -escoop install main/minioProgram files (.exe): minio.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is MinIO Server free?
Yes. MinIO Server is open-source software under the AGPL-3.0 licence.
Is MinIO Server 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 Server 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 Server 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 Server?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to December 18, 2024.
Can I use MinIO Server without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.