Python Install Manager

by Python Software Foundationv26.3.240.0

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Install, manage, and launch Python on Windows.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id Python.PythonInstallManager --exact --version 26.3.240.0

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

Silent install command for Python Install Manager

Python Install Manager uses MSI (WiX). The silent install switches are /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)

msiexec.exe /i python-manager-26.3.msi /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Python Install Manager →

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About

The Python install manager helps you to install, manage, and launch Python on Windows.

After install, the "py" command is your tool of choice - try "py help" to see what it can do! (Not working? You may need to uninstall the old "Python launcher", and check "Manage app execution aliases" to ensure the command is enabled.)

Installers · v26.3.240.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	MSIX	-		Direct
x64	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

nonePatched in wingetCVE-2007-1657affects v2.5Mar 23, 2007
Stack-based buffer overflow in the file_compress function in minigzip (Modules/zlib) in Python 2.5 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long file argument.

Source: NVD, updated 4h 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 Python Install Manager on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Python.PythonInstallManager --exact --version 26.3.240.0. winget downloads the installer from Python Software Foundation and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Python Install Manager silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Python.PythonInstallManager --exact 26.3.240.0 --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 Python Install Manager?

Python Install Manager uses MSI (WiX). Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i python-manager-26.3.msi /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet /norestart.

How do I uninstall Python Install Manager via winget?

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

Is Python Install Manager free?

Python Install Manager is distributed under PSF-2.0. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/python/pymanager) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Python Install Manager 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 Python Install Manager directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Python Install Manager up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Python.PythonInstallManager --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 10 versions of Python Install Manager from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

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