Snowflake CLI is an open-source command-line tool explicitly designed for developer-centric workloads in addition to SQL operations. It is a flexible and extensible tool that can accommodate modern development practices and technologies.
With Snowflake CLI, developers can create, manage, update, and view apps running on Snowflake across workloads such as Streamlit in Snowflake, the Snowflake Native App Framework, Snowpark Container Services, and Snowpark. It supports a range of Snowflake features, including user-defined functions, stored procedures, Streamlit in Snowflake, and SQL execution.
Publisher’s description
What is Snowflake CLI?
Snowflake CLI by Snowflake Inc. is proprietary Windows software in the databases category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 67.1 MB. 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 3.31.0.0, released on October 23, 2026. The version history goes back to March 25, 2025: 39 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 24 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 42 times. Similar programs include MariaDB, HeidiSQL and MongoDB.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 24 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Snowflake CLI is a database tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Snowflake CLI safe to download?
- The file is served by sfc-repo.snowflakecomputing.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:
11A0F9A4391E0C9F5B0B9C8170F2FBECAE0B3C98DC2BCD104D63FAEDC93DDD80· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 26, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 39 versions ›39 versions over 2 years · about 24 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.31.0.0Latest | October 23, 2026 | 67.1 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.30.0.0 | October 20, 2026 | 69.1 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.29.0.0 | October 7, 2026 | 69.6 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.28.0.0 | September 24, 2026 | 68.9 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.27.0.0 | September 9, 2026 | 68.6 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.26.0.0 | August 31, 2026 | 68.7 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.25.0.0 | August 24, 2026 | 68.5 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.24.1.0 | August 6, 2026 | 68.3 MB | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Snowflake.SnowflakeCLI -echoco install snowflake-cli -ymsiexec /i snowflake-cli-3.31.0.0-x86_64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {A257D756-1206-43EE-A024-D1747654F8DD} /qn /norestartProgram files (.exe): snow.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install snowflake-cliInformation
- Publisher
- Snowflake Inc.
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 3.31.0.0
- Released
- October 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 25, 2025
- Versions listed
- 39
- Updates / year
- 24.1
- Chocolatey downloads
- 42
- Website
- docs.snowflake.com
- winget ID
- Snowflake.SnowflakeCLI
- Chocolatey package
- snowflake-cli
- MSI product code
- {A257D756-1206-43EE-A024-D1747654F8DD}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Snowflake CLI free?
Snowflake CLI 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 Snowflake CLI safe to download?
The download comes from sfc-repo.snowflakecomputing.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 Snowflake CLI 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 Snowflake CLI be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Snowflake CLI 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 Snowflake CLI?
The versions page lists all 39 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 25, 2025.
What are alternatives to Snowflake CLI?
MariaDB, HeidiSQL, MongoDB, SQLite and Dolt. The alternatives page compares them.
