Python is a programming language that lets you work more quickly and integrate your systems more effectively.
Publisher’s description
What is Python 3.1?
Python 3.1 by Python Software Foundation is open-source Windows software in the languages & sdks category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 14.6 MB. 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 3.1.4, released on August 18, 2022. The version history goes back to August 18, 2022: 5 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is more than a year old.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 5 file types, including .py, .pyw, .pyc, .pyd and .pyo. Similar programs include Go Programming Language, LLVM and Deno.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Small download (14.6 MB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- No update for more than a year
In short: Python 3.1 is an open-source languages & sdk tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Python 3.1 safe to download?
- The file is served by python.org, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
8399353E8F1A0D83B0B04553CFD47DA02B7DC7A90D24B8ABF63BD06DAD572BC8· 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 5 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1.4Latest | August 18, 2022 | 14.6 MB | 64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
| 3.1.3 | August 18, 2022 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 3.1.2 | August 18, 2022 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 3.1.1 | August 18, 2022 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 3.1 | August 18, 2022 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
Release cycle and support
Version 3.1.4 belongs to the 3.1 release line, which reached its end of life on April 9, 2012: it no longer receives security updates.
| Release line | Released | Support ends | Latest version | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.15 | October 9, 2026 | October 31, 2031 | 3.15.1 | Supported |
| 3.14 | October 7, 2025 | October 31, 2030 | 3.14.9 | Supported |
| 3.13 | October 7, 2024 | October 31, 2029 | 3.13.17 | Supported |
| 3.12 | October 2, 2023 | October 31, 2028 | 3.12.15 | Supported |
| 3.11 | October 24, 2022 | October 31, 2027 | 3.11.17 | Supported |
| 3.10 | October 4, 2021 | October 1, 2026 | 3.10.22 | End of life |
| 3.9 | October 5, 2020 | October 31, 2025 | 3.9.25 | End of life |
| 3.8 | October 14, 2019 | October 7, 2024 | 3.8.20 | End of life |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Python.Python.3.1 -emsiexec /i python-3.1.4.amd64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {1ACA3135-BA08-41A9-8019-9BFA2BD1C4EF} /qn /norestartProgram files (.exe): python.exe, pythonw.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Python Software Foundation
- Category
- Languages & SDKs
- Licence
- PSF-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 3.1.4
- Released
- August 18, 2022
- Added to the catalogue
- August 18, 2022
- Versions listed
- 5
- Website
- python.org
- winget ID
- Python.Python.3.1
- MSI product code
- {1ACA3135-BA08-41A9-8019-9BFA2BD1C4EF}
File types it opens (5)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Python 3.1 free?
Yes. Python 3.1 is open-source software under the PSF-2.0 licence.
Is Python 3.1 safe to download?
The download comes from python.org, 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 Python 3.1 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 Python 3.1 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Python 3.1 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.
Where can I download an older version of Python 3.1?
The versions page lists all 5 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 18, 2022.
What are alternatives to Python 3.1?
Go Programming Language, LLVM, Deno, CMake and Yarn. The alternatives page compares them.
