Z Code is a lightweight AI code editor designed to address the high operational barrier of command-line AI programming tools (such as Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, etc.). By providing a unified and user-friendly visual desktop interface, it seamlessly integrates the capabilities of these Agents, allowing smooth switching and experience across multiple Agent programming tools with just one API key. Additionally, it offers a series of features including secure file version management, efficient code review, task agents, MCP protocol management, and more, delivering you an all-in-one AI-assisted development experience.
Publisher’s description
What is Z Code?
Z Code is a proprietary ides & code editor program for Windows from Z.AI.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and ARM64 as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 178.8 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.14.1, released on September 21, 2026. 94 versions are listed since December 25, 2025, each with links to its own installer files.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 9 times. Similar programs include OpenCode, Apache NetBeans and Node.js (LTS).
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
In short: Z Code is an ides & code editor tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Z Code safe to download?
- The file is served by cdn-zcode.z.ai, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
F5216F6DF1D5F5CF69D55D732C64927533FE9EEB31E8B39BED2493FAC09ED9A0· 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 94 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.14.1Latest | September 21, 2026 | 178.8 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.14.0 | September 19, 2026 | 178.4 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.12.3 | September 17, 2026 | 163.5 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.11.2 | September 4, 2026 | 163.4 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.10.2 | August 31, 2026 | 163.3 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.10.1 | August 28, 2026 | 1 KB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.9.2 | August 26, 2026 | 162.3 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.9.1 | August 25, 2026 | 162.3 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id ZhipuAI.ZCode -echoco install zcode -yscoop install extras/zcodeZCode-3.14.1-win-x64.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Z.AI
- Category
- IDEs & code editors
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 3.14.1
- Released
- September 21, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- January 12, 2026
- Versions listed
- 94
- Chocolatey downloads
- 9
- Website
- zcode-ai.com
- winget ID
- ZhipuAI.ZCode
- Chocolatey package
- zcode
- Scoop package
- extras/zcode
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Z Code free?
Z Code 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 Z Code safe to download?
The download comes from cdn-zcode.z.ai, 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 Z Code 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 Z Code be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Z Code run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Z Code?
The versions page lists all 94 versions with links to their official installer files, back to December 25, 2025.
Can I use Z Code without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Z Code?
OpenCode, Apache NetBeans, Node.js (LTS), RStudio and Haxe. The alternatives page compares them.
