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 9?
PostgreSQL 9 is an open-source database program for Windows from PostgreSQL Global Development Group.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE. The main installer is 252.9 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: PostgreSQL 9 is an open-source database tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is PostgreSQL 9 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:
45318653155EACF1320367B06B13328222464ECF409BD68906952B4ABE73817A· 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9Latest | May 28, 2024 | 252.9 MB | 32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
Release cycle and support
| 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.9 -epostgresql-9.6.24-1-windows-x64.exe --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui noneRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- PostgreSQL Global Development Group
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- PostgreSQL
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 9
- Released
- May 28, 2024
- Added to the catalogue
- May 28, 2024
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- postgresql.org
- winget ID
- PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.9
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Frequently asked questions
Is PostgreSQL 9 free?
Yes. PostgreSQL 9 is open-source software under the PostgreSQL licence.
Is PostgreSQL 9 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 9 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 9 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does PostgreSQL 9 run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to PostgreSQL 9?
MariaDB, HeidiSQL, SQLite, MongoDB and Redis on Windows. The alternatives page compares them.
