pkgconf is a program which helps to configure compiler and linker flags for development libraries. It is a superset of the functionality provided by pkg-config from freedesktop.org, but does not provide bug-compatibility with the original pkg-config.
Publisher’s description
What is pkgconf?
pkgconf by pkgconf is proprietary Windows software. It is written in C.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit Windows. 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 3.0.8, released on October 8, 2026. The version history goes back to July 12, 2026: 6 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (pkgconf/pkgconf) has 663 stars.
Project description on GitHub: “package compiler and linker metadata toolkit”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: pkgconf is a Windows tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is pkgconf safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A236479BBE403B202816745BEF19AFE2D6240606F28AB1F008BA0F33FBFAE43E· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Security practices (OpenSSF Scorecard)
Automated checks of the pkgconf/pkgconf repository on GitHub by the Open Source Security Foundation, last run on October 19, 2026.
- Actively maintained10
- No dangerous workflows10
- No binaries in the repository10
- Fuzzing10
- Licence declared9
- Code review6
- Restricted token permissions0
- Pinned dependencies0
- OpenSSF Best Practices badge0
- Security policy0
- Branch protection0
- Signed releases0
- Static code analysis0
The score rates how the project is developed and released, not whether the program is safe to install. scorecard.dev
Recent versions
All 6 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0.8Latest | October 8, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 3.0.7 | September 4, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
| 3.0.6 | August 23, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
| 3.0.5 | August 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI32-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 3.0.4 | July 22, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSIARM64 MSI32-bit MSI |
| 3.0.1 | July 12, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id pkgconf.pkgconf -escoop install main/pkgconfmsiexec /i pkgconf-x64-3.0.8.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {111E05D9-C56F-445B-9AD2-46242B2E593A} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install pkgconfInformation
- Publisher
- pkgconf
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com/pkgconf/pkgconf
- Written in
- C
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 3.0.8
- Released
- October 8, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 28, 2026
- Versions listed
- 6
- GitHub stars
- 663
- GitHub forks
- 146
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- pkgconf.pkgconf
- Scoop package
- main/pkgconf
- MSI product code
- {111E05D9-C56F-445B-9AD2-46242B2E593A}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is pkgconf free?
pkgconf 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 pkgconf safe to download?
The download comes from github.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 pkgconf 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 pkgconf be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does pkgconf run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of pkgconf?
The versions page lists all 6 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 12, 2026.