GitKraken

by GitKrakenv12.2.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

The legendary Git client with an ultra-intuitive GUI, a powerful terminal, and offers a seamless experience for Windows, Mac and Linux.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id Axosoft.GitKraken --exact --version 12.2.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for GitKraken

GitKraken uses EXE. The silent install switches are --silent.

One-line silent install (x64, user scope)

GitKrakenSetup.exe --silent

See the full silent install reference for GitKraken →

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Installers · v12.2.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	EXE	user		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

1 known CVE via NVD

critical9.8Patched in wingetCVE-2025-51387affects v10.8.0Aug 4, 2025
The GitKraken Desktop 10.8.0 and 11.1.0 is susceptible to code injection due to misconfigured Electron Fuses. Specifically, the following insecure settings were observed: RunAsNode is enabled and EnableNodeCliInspectArguments is not disabled. These configurations allow the appli...

Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install GitKraken on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Axosoft.GitKraken --exact --version 12.2.0. winget downloads the installer from GitKraken and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install GitKraken silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Axosoft.GitKraken --exact 12.2.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for GitKraken?

GitKraken uses EXE. Run the downloaded installer with: GitKrakenSetup.exe --silent. The silent switches are --silent.

How do I uninstall GitKraken via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id Axosoft.GitKraken --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from GitKraken's Apps & Features entry.

Is GitKraken free?

GitKraken is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://www.gitkraken.com/git-client) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does GitKraken work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls GitKraken directly from the publisher.

How do I keep GitKraken up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Axosoft.GitKraken --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 10 versions of GitKraken from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

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