PostgreSQL is a powerful, open source object-relational database system with over 35 years of active development that has earned it a strong reputation for reliability, feature robustness, and performance.
Publisher’s description
What is PostgreSQL 16?
PostgreSQL 16 is an open-source database program for Windows from PostgreSQL Global Development Group.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE. The main installer is 404.7 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 16.15-5, released on October 1, 2026. 32 versions are listed since May 24, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 14 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 14 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- Large download (404.7 MB)
In short: PostgreSQL 16 is an open-source database tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is PostgreSQL 16 safe to download?
- The file is served by get.enterprisedb.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:
4065DBC5FFB52010E7357DFD6A74934878F1C6FAF7A75CAD1411A22E11B7B929· 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 32 versions ›32 versions over 2 years · about 14 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16.15-5Latest | October 1, 2026 | 404.7 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.15-4 | September 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.15-3 | September 1, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.15-2 | August 31, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.15-1 | August 13, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.14-2 | June 11, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.14-1 | May 14, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 16.13-3 | April 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
Release cycle and support
Version 16.15-5 belongs to the 16 release line, supported until November 9, 2028.
| Release line | Released | Support ends | Latest version | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | September 25, 2025 | November 14, 2030 | 18.6 | Supported |
| 17 | September 26, 2024 | November 8, 2029 | 17.11 | Supported |
| 16 | September 14, 2023 | November 9, 2028 | 16.15 | Supported |
| 15 | October 13, 2022 | November 11, 2027 | 15.19 | Supported |
| 14 | September 30, 2021 | November 12, 2026 | 14.24 | Supported |
| 13 | September 24, 2020 | November 13, 2025 | 13.23 | End of life |
| 12 | October 3, 2019 | November 21, 2024 | 12.22 | End of life |
| 11 | October 18, 2018 | November 9, 2023 | 11.22 | End of life |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16 -epostgresql-16.15-5-windows-x64.exe --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui noneRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install postgresql@16Information
- Publisher
- PostgreSQL Global Development Group
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- PostgreSQL
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 16.15-5
- Released
- October 1, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 24, 2024
- Versions listed
- 32
- Updates / year
- 13.6
- Website
- postgresql.org
- winget ID
- PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16
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Frequently asked questions
Is PostgreSQL 16 free?
Yes. PostgreSQL 16 is open-source software under the PostgreSQL licence.
Is PostgreSQL 16 safe to download?
The download comes from get.enterprisedb.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 PostgreSQL 16 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 PostgreSQL 16 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does PostgreSQL 16 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 PostgreSQL 16?
The versions page lists all 32 versions with links to their official installer files, back to May 24, 2024.
What are alternatives to PostgreSQL 16?
MariaDB, HeidiSQL, SQLite, MongoDB and Redis on Windows. The alternatives page compares them.
