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Publisher’s description
What is Python 3.8?
Python 3.8 is an open-source languages & sdk program for Windows from Python Software Foundation.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE (WiX Burn). The main installer is 28.3 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.8.10, released on May 3, 2021. 11 versions are listed since October 14, 2019, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 7.1 releases a year. The last update is more than a year old.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 51,197 times. On Windows it registers 7 file types, including .py, .pyw, .pyc, .pyd and .pyo. Similar programs include Go Programming Language, CMake and LLVM.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 7.1 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Python 3.8 is an open-source languages & sdk tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Python 3.8 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:
7628244CB53408B50639D2C1287C659F4E29D3DFDB9084B11AED5870C0C6A48A· 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 11 versions ›11 versions over 2 years · about 7.1 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8.10Latest | May 3, 2021 | 28.3 MB | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.9 | April 2, 2021 | 28.2 MB | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.8 | February 19, 2021 | 28.2 MB | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.7 | December 21, 2020 | 28.2 MB | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.6 | September 23, 2020 | 28.1 MB | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.5 | July 20, 2020 | 27.9 MB | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.4 | July 13, 2020 | 27.9 MB | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 3.8.3 | May 13, 2020 | 27.8 MB | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)32-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
Release cycle and support
Version 3.8.10 belongs to the 3.8 release line, which reached its end of life on October 7, 2024: 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.3.8 -echoco install python38 -ypython-3.8.10-amd64.exe /quiet /norestartmsiexec /x {E9CD241B-9125-4624-9625-FF42D2F3647F} /qn /norestartProgram files (.exe): py.exe, python.exe, pythonw.exe, pyw.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
- Source code
- python.org
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (WiX Burn)
- Version
- 3.8.10
- Released
- May 3, 2021
- Added to the catalogue
- August 18, 2022
- Versions listed
- 11
- Updates / year
- 7.1
- Chocolatey downloads
- 51,197
- Website
- python.org
- winget ID
- Python.Python.3.8
- Chocolatey package
- python38
- MSI product code
- {e9cd241b-9125-4624-9625-ff42d2f3647f}
File types it opens (7)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Python 3.8 free?
Yes. Python 3.8 is open-source software under the PSF-2.0 licence.
Is Python 3.8 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 3.8 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 3.8 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Python 3.8 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 3.8?
The versions page lists all 11 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 14, 2019.
Can I use Python 3.8 without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Python 3.8?
Go Programming Language, CMake, LLVM, Deno and Yarn. The alternatives page compares them.
