Nitro PDF Pro is an application used to create, edit, sign, and secure PDF files and digital documents.
Publisher’s description
What is Nitro PDF Pro?
Nitro PDF Pro by Nitro is proprietary Windows software in the e-book readers category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 430.2 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 14.43.7.0, released on June 9, 2026. The version history goes back to September 3, 2025: 19 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 8.5 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 4 file types, including .pdf, .fdf, .xfdf and .ppdf. Similar programs include calibre, SumatraPDF and PDF-XChange Editor.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 8.5 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- Large download (430.2 MB)
In short: Nitro PDF Pro is an e-book reader tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Nitro PDF Pro safe to download?
- The file is served by downloads.gonitro.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
BAAA1645D0884C787B027C466E4D2780C5787D85B3CFA17C67842EA5F3C231BC· 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 19 versions ›19 versions over 2 years · about 8.5 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14.43.7.0Latest | June 9, 2026 | 430.2 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.43.6.0 | March 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.43.5.0 | March 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.42.0.34 | December 18, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.41.1.4 | November 14, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.39.0.18 | June 27, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.37.2.0 | April 14, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 14.36.1.0 | March 4, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id NitroSoftware.NitroPro -emsiexec /i nitro_pro14_ba_x64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {5354F680-D36C-420A-AE0B-7F531DF1C863} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask nitro-pdf-proInformation
- Publisher
- Nitro
- Category
- E-book readers
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 14.43.7.0
- Released
- June 9, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 22, 2024
- Versions listed
- 19
- Updates / year
- 8.5
- Website
- gonitro.com
- winget ID
- NitroSoftware.NitroPro
- MSI product code
- {5354F680-D36C-420A-AE0B-7F531DF1C863}
File types it opens (4)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nitro PDF Pro free?
Nitro PDF Pro is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Nitro PDF Pro safe to download?
The download comes from downloads.gonitro.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 Nitro PDF Pro 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 Nitro PDF Pro be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Nitro PDF Pro 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 Nitro PDF Pro?
The versions page lists all 19 versions with links to their official installer files, back to September 3, 2025.
What are alternatives to Nitro PDF Pro?
calibre, SumatraPDF, PDF-XChange Editor, PDF Studio and Sigil. The alternatives page compares them.
