OpenWebStart

by Karakun AGv1.13.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Run Web Start based applications after the release of Java 11

Install with winget

$ winget install --id karakun.OpenWebStart --exact --version 1.13.0

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

Silent install command for OpenWebStart

OpenWebStart uses EXE. The silent install switches are -q.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)

OpenWebStart_windows-x64_1_13_0.exe -q

See the full silent install reference for OpenWebStart →

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Installers · v1.13.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	EXE	machine		Direct
x64	EXE	machine		Direct

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 OpenWebStart.

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 OpenWebStart on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id karakun.OpenWebStart --exact --version 1.13.0. winget downloads the installer from Karakun AG and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install OpenWebStart silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id karakun.OpenWebStart --exact 1.13.0 --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 OpenWebStart?

OpenWebStart uses EXE. Run the downloaded installer with: OpenWebStart_windows-x64_1_13_0.exe -q. The silent switches are -q.

How do I uninstall OpenWebStart via winget?

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

Is OpenWebStart free?

OpenWebStart is distributed under GPL2 with the Classpath Exception. Refer to the publisher (https://openwebstart.com/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does OpenWebStart 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 OpenWebStart directly from the publisher.

How do I keep OpenWebStart up to date?

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

Recent versions

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