GnuWin32: Gzip

by GnuWin32v1.3.12-1

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

gzip (GNU zip) is a compression utility designed to be a replacement for compress. Its main advantages over compress are much better compression and freedom from patented algorithms.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id GnuWin32.Gzip --exact --version 1.3.12-1

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

Silent install command for GnuWin32: Gzip

GnuWin32: Gzip uses EXE (Inno Setup). The silent install switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

One-line silent install (x86)

installer.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART

See the full silent install reference for GnuWin32: Gzip →

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Installers · v1.3.12-1

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	EXE Inno Setup	-		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

high8.8Fix in v1.12CVE-2022-1271affects before 1.12Aug 31, 2022
An arbitrary file write vulnerability was found in GNU gzip's zgrep utility. When zgrep is applied on the attacker's chosen file name (for example, a crafted file name), this can overwrite an attacker's content to an arbitrary attacker-selected file. This flaw occurs due to insu...
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Frequently asked questions

How do I install GnuWin32: Gzip on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id GnuWin32.Gzip --exact --version 1.3.12-1. winget downloads the installer from GnuWin32 and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install GnuWin32: Gzip silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id GnuWin32.Gzip --exact 1.3.12-1 --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 GnuWin32: Gzip?

GnuWin32: Gzip uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: installer.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

How do I uninstall GnuWin32: Gzip via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id GnuWin32.Gzip --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from GnuWin32: Gzip's Apps & Features entry.

Is GnuWin32: Gzip free?

GnuWin32: Gzip is distributed under GnuWin License. Refer to the publisher (http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/packages/gzip.htm) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does GnuWin32: Gzip 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 GnuWin32: Gzip directly from the publisher.

How do I keep GnuWin32: Gzip up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id GnuWin32.Gzip --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of GnuWin32: Gzip from microsoft/winget-pkgs.