The Nagios Cross-Platform Agent (NCPA) is an open-source monitoring tool that delivers comprehensive monitoring for Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X. It offers active/passive checks, real-time metrics, and custom plugin support through an intuitive web interface.
Publisher’s description
What is NCPA?
NCPA is a free monitoring & benchmark program for Windows from Nagios Enterprises, LLC. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 23.9 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.5.0, released on September 8, 2026. 13 versions are listed since May 13, 2025, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 9.8 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (NagiosEnterprises/ncpa) has 207 stars. Similar programs include Datadog Agent, Veyon and windows_exporter.
Project description on GitHub: “Nagios Cross-Platform Agent”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 9.8 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: NCPA is a free monitoring & benchmark tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is NCPA safe to download?
- The file is served by assets.nagios.com; 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:
BDA660451C13F6730E9C40A3B31EC16BFCD20731A26830850D2A09D96C8AB700· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 13 versions ›13 versions over 1 year · about 9.8 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5.0Latest | September 8, 2026 | 23.9 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.4.3 | July 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.4.2 | June 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.4.1 | May 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.4.0 | April 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.3.1 | March 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.3.0 | February 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.3 | January 22, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Nagios.NCPA -encpa-3.5.0.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Nagios Enterprises, LLC
- Category
- Monitoring & benchmarks
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/NagiosEnterprises/ncpa
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 3.5.0
- Released
- September 8, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 13, 2025
- Versions listed
- 13
- Updates / year
- 9.8
- GitHub stars
- 207
- GitHub forks
- 101
- Website
- nagios.org
- winget ID
- Nagios.NCPA
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is NCPA free?
Yes. NCPA is free to use.
Is NCPA safe to download?
The download comes from assets.nagios.com; 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 NCPA 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 NCPA be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does NCPA 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 NCPA?
The versions page lists all 13 versions with links to their official installer files, back to May 13, 2025.
What are alternatives to NCPA?
Datadog Agent, Veyon, windows_exporter, Alloy and LibreHardwareMonitor. The alternatives page compares them.
