xLights is a free and open source program that enables you to design, create and play amazing lighting displays through the use of DMX controllers, E1.31 Ethernet controllers and more.
Publisher’s description
What is xLights?
xLights is an open-source program for Windows from xLightsSequencer. It is written in C++.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2026.19, released on October 23, 2026. 33 versions are listed since February 29, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 12 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (xLightsSequencer/xLights) has 756 stars.
Project description on GitHub: “xLights is a sequencer for Lights. xLights has usb and E1.31 drivers. You can create sequences in this object oriented program. You can create playlists, schedule them, test your hardware, convert between different sequencers. ”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 12 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: xLights is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is xLights safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A95761E4977F4E7207AB67CDFFE93DC9E969509207CE76B5ABA820FA3F1D70AA· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- 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 33 versions ›33 versions over 3 years · about 12 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026.19Latest | October 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.18 | October 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.17 | September 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.16 | August 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.15 | August 4, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.14 | July 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.13 | July 14, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2026.12 | July 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id xLightsSequencer.xLights -exLights64_2026_19.exe /sp- /verysilent /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- xLightsSequencer
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/xLightsSequencer/xLights
- Written in
- C++
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 2026.19
- Released
- October 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 13, 2024
- Versions listed
- 33
- Updates / year
- 12.5
- GitHub stars
- 756
- GitHub forks
- 274
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- xLightsSequencer.xLights
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is xLights free?
Yes. xLights is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is xLights safe to download?
The download comes from github.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 xLights 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 xLights be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does xLights 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 xLights?
The versions page lists all 33 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 29, 2024.