mw is a MediaWiki focused command line tool targeting developers.
Publisher’s description
What is mwcli?
mwcli by MediaWiki is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 17.2 MB. It runs without installation (portable).
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- No update for more than a year
In short: mwcli is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down.
Is mwcli safe to download?
- The file is served by releases.wikimedia.org; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
10707CB92346F8992A45127F6327AC1D1A98BDF7CD437E0370EBEB4653805AC3· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1.0Latest | May 30, 2023 | 17.2 MB | 64-bit Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id wikimedia.mwcli -eProgram files (.exe): mwcli.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is mwcli free?
Yes. mwcli is open-source software under the GPL licence.
Is mwcli safe to download?
The download comes from releases.wikimedia.org; 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 mwcli 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 mwcli run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Can I use mwcli without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.