Arq

by Haystack Software LLCv7.44.1.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

A backup software for your Mac or Windows PC.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id HaystackSoftware.Arq --exact --version 7.44.1.0

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

Silent install command for Arq

Arq uses MSI (WiX). The silent install switches are /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x86, machine scope)

msiexec.exe /i Arq7.44.1.0.msi /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Arq →

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Installers · v7.44.1.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	MSI WiX	machine		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

medium4.9Patched in wingetCVE-2022-36617affects <=7.19.5.0Sep 9, 2022
Arq Backup 7.19.5.0 and below stores backup encryption passwords using reversible encryption. This issue allows attackers with administrative privileges to recover cleartext passwords.
Vendor advisory

Source: NVD, updated just now. 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 Arq on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id HaystackSoftware.Arq --exact --version 7.44.1.0. winget downloads the installer from Haystack Software LLC and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Arq silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id HaystackSoftware.Arq --exact 7.44.1.0 --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 Arq?

Arq uses MSI (WiX). Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i Arq7.44.1.0.msi /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet /norestart.

How do I uninstall Arq via winget?

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

Is Arq free?

Arq is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://arqbackup.com/download/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Arq 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 Arq directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Arq up to date?

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

Recent versions

7.44.1.0latest
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7.42.0.0
7.40.1.0
7.40.0.0
7.39.0.0
7.38.6.0
7.38.5.0
7.38.4.0