Ensure your target machines have the latest Windows cumulative updates installed. In offline environments, manually update the system's root certificates via the local group policy tool.
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To download the standalone (offline) installer, you must use the official Microsoft developer page to ensure you get the latest version.
Here are the direct links to download the Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime offline installer:
Choose the appropriate version based on your system architecture (x64, x86, or ARM64). Steps to Install WebView2 Runtime Offline Ensure your target machines have the latest Windows
Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime – Offline Installer Download Link
/norestart - Prevents the machine from rebooting automatically post-installation (if applicable). Verifying Your WebView2 Runtime Installation
Evergreen Standalone and fixed-version downloads & docs (Microsoft): https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/webview2/#download-section
Before we provide the download links, you must understand the three distinct types of installers Microsoft provides. Choosing the wrong one is the number one reason users fail to install the Runtime in an offline environment. Here are the direct links to download the
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To troubleshoot installation failures, generate a log file during the silent setup process:
The standard installer downloaded from Microsoft's main landing page is a lightweight "bootstrapper" file (usually around 2 MB). This bootstrapper requires a continuous internet connection during the installation process to fetch the actual payload files from Microsoft servers.
The exact GUID in the URL changes with each release. For the latest permanent, version‑agnostic links, always refer to Microsoft’s official documentation: Microsoft Edge WebView2 – Download evergreen runtime standalone installer Choosing the wrong one is the number one
Follow the on-screen prompts. The installer will deploy the runtime, enabling all applications that require it. How to Verify Installation
Function: Full installer used for air-gapped or offline environments.
Visit the official WebView2 documentation: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/webview2/