Oracle SQLcl is a powerful, flexible, and free command-line interface designed for modern Oracle Database professionals.
Publisher’s description
What is SQLcl?
SQLcl is a free database program for Windows from Oracle Corporation.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 32-bit as Portable. The main installer is 123.9 MB. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 26.3.0.260.1620, released on September 29, 2026. 8 versions are listed since February 16, 2026, each with links to its own installer files. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Portable: runs without installation
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
In short: SQLcl is a free database tool for 32-bit PCs.
Is SQLcl safe to download?
- The file is served by download.oracle.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
EB0DCA2BECC30E9AA1C700AE71E5DF6EFDE8A33D098D7D23405B6558BBB81A81· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 8 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.3.0.260.1620Latest | September 29, 2026 | 123.9 MB | 32-bit ZIP |
| 26.2.2.233.1901 | August 31, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
| 26.2.1.222.1617 | August 10, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
| 26.2.1.209.2118 | August 6, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
| 26.2.0.181.2110 | July 6, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
| 26.1.2.132.1334 | May 14, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
| 26.1.0.086.1709 | April 2, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
| 25.4.2.044.1837 | February 16, 2026 | — | 32-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Oracle.SQLcl -escoop install main/sqlclRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask sqlclInformation
- Publisher
- Oracle Corporation
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- Oracle No-Fee Terms and Conditions
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 26.3.0.260.1620
- Released
- September 29, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 12, 2026
- Versions listed
- 8
- Website
- oracle.com
- winget ID
- Oracle.SQLcl
- Scoop package
- main/sqlcl
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Frequently asked questions
Is SQLcl free?
Yes. SQLcl is free to use.
Is SQLcl safe to download?
The download comes from download.oracle.com, 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 SQLcl 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.
Does SQLcl run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of SQLcl?
The versions page lists all 8 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 16, 2026.
Can I use SQLcl without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to SQLcl?
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