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Publisher’s description
What is PDFgear?
PDFgear by PDFgear is proprietary Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 138.8 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.0.1, released on October 22, 2026. The version history goes back to February 13, 2024: 16 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 6 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: PDFgear is a Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is PDFgear safe to download?
- The file is served by downloadfiles.pdfgear.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:
E55F80AC7A59C367ED1D18FF77441CD55D22A3B0F9FD3A3CFAD42EED2466F684· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 24, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 16 versions ›16 versions over 3 years · about 6 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0.1Latest | October 22, 2026 | 138.8 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 3.0.0 | October 10, 2026 | 138.8 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.20 | August 28, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.19 | August 6, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.18 | July 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.16 | June 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.15 | April 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.14 | November 25, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id PDFgear.PDFgear -epdfgear_setup_v3.0.1.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is PDFgear free?
PDFgear 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 PDFgear safe to download?
The download comes from downloadfiles.pdfgear.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 PDFgear 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 PDFgear be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does PDFgear 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 PDFgear?
The versions page lists all 16 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 13, 2024.