WinDbg is a debugger that can be used to analyze crash dumps, debug live user-mode and kernel-mode code, and examine CPU registers and memory.
Publisher’s description
What is WinDbg?
WinDbg is a proprietary developer utilitie program for Windows from Microsoft.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit as MSIX. The main installer is 1.20 GB. It needs Windows 10 1809 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.2610.1001.0, released on October 6, 2026. 14 versions are listed since April 14, 2023, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 4 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- Large download (1.20 GB)
In short: WinDbg is a developer utilitie tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is WinDbg safe to download?
- The file is served by windbg.download.prss.microsoft.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
4662AE17BC0DC77DB987B89CCCEA32C30058BAA06268F861D09E0AB4E4F45C20· 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 14 versions ›14 versions over 3 years · about 4 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2610.1001.0Latest | October 6, 2026 | 1.20 GB | ARM64 MSIX32-bit MSIX64-bit MSIX |
| 1.2606.22001.0 | July 3, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSIX64-bit MSIXARM64 MSIX |
| 1.2603.20001.0 | March 31, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSIX32-bit MSIX64-bit MSIX |
| 1.2601.12001.0 | January 26, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSIXARM64 MSIX64-bit MSIX |
| 1.2511.21001.0 | December 6, 2025 | — | ARM64 MSIX32-bit MSIX64-bit MSIX |
| 1.2506.12002.0 | July 1, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSIXARM64 MSIX32-bit MSIX |
| 1.2502.25002.0 | February 27, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSIXARM64 MSIX32-bit MSIX |
| 1.2410.11001.0 | January 13, 2025 | — | 32-bit MSIXARM64 MSIX64-bit MSIX |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Microsoft.WinDbg -eAdd-AppxPackage -Path windbg.msixbundleGet-AppxPackage -Name Microsoft.WinDbg | Remove-AppxPackageRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Microsoft
- Category
- Developer utilities
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1809+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- MSIX
- Version
- 1.2610.1001.0
- Released
- October 6, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 14, 2023
- Versions listed
- 14
- Updates / year
- 4
- winget ID
- Microsoft.WinDbg
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Frequently asked questions
Is WinDbg free?
WinDbg 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 WinDbg safe to download?
The download comes from windbg.download.prss.microsoft.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 WinDbg 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 WinDbg be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does WinDbg support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1809 or newer and is available for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit.
Does WinDbg run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of WinDbg?
The versions page lists all 14 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 14, 2023.
What are alternatives to WinDbg?
WinMerge, jq, x64dbg, Biome and delta. The alternatives page compares them.
