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GitHub Desktop Beta

by GitHub, Inc.v3.5.5-beta2

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GitHub Desktop is an open source Electron-based GitHub app. It is written in TypeScript and uses React.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id GitHub.GitHubDesktop.Beta --exact --version 3.5.5-beta2

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

Silent install command for GitHub Desktop Beta

GitHub Desktop Beta uses EXE. The silent install switches are /s.

One-line silent install (x64, user scope)
GitHubDesktopSetup-x64.exe /s

See the full silent install reference for GitHub Desktop Beta →

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About

Focus on what matters instead of fighting with Git.

Whether you're new to Git or a seasoned user, GitHub Desktop simplifies your development workflow.

Installers · v3.5.5-beta2

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
x64EXEuserDirect
x64MSI
WiX
machineDirect
arm64EXE-Direct
arm64MSI
WiX
machineDirect

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

Security

No known CVEs for GitHub Desktop Beta.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install GitHub Desktop Beta on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id GitHub.GitHubDesktop.Beta --exact --version 3.5.5-beta2. winget downloads the installer from GitHub, Inc. and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install GitHub Desktop Beta silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id GitHub.GitHubDesktop.Beta --exact 3.5.5-beta2 --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 GitHub Desktop Beta?
GitHub Desktop Beta uses EXE. Run the downloaded installer with: GitHubDesktopSetup-x64.exe /s. The silent switches are /s.
How do I uninstall GitHub Desktop Beta via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id GitHub.GitHubDesktop.Beta --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from GitHub Desktop Beta's Apps & Features entry.
Is GitHub Desktop Beta free?
GitHub Desktop Beta is distributed under MIT. Refer to the publisher (https://desktop.github.com/beta/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does GitHub Desktop Beta 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 GitHub Desktop Beta directly from the publisher.
How do I keep GitHub Desktop Beta up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id GitHub.GitHubDesktop.Beta --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 9 versions of GitHub Desktop Beta from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

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