Cygwin

by Cygwin

A large collection of GNU and Open Source tools which provide functionality similar to a Linux distribution on Windows.

v3.6.9-1 GPL-3.0 exe x64

Install with winget

Open PowerShell or Command Prompt and run:

winget install Cygwin.Cygwin

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3Follow any on-screen prompts to complete installation

About Cygwin

A large collection of GNU and Open Source tools which provide functionality similar to a Linux distribution on Windows.

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Advanced Install Options

Install (latest)winget install Cygwin.Cygwin
Install (pinned version)winget install --id Cygwin.Cygwin -e --version 3.6.9-1
Upgradewinget upgrade Cygwin.Cygwin
Uninstallwinget uninstall Cygwin.Cygwin

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I install Cygwin using winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run: winget install Cygwin.Cygwin. Winget comes pre-installed on Windows 10 (1809+) and Windows 11.
What is Cygwin?
A large collection of GNU and Open Source tools which provide functionality similar to a Linux distribution on Windows.
Is Cygwin free to use?
Cygwin is distributed under the GPL-3.0 license. Check the publisher’s site for full licensing details.
How do I update Cygwin with winget?
Run winget upgrade Cygwin.Cygwin in PowerShell or Windows Terminal to upgrade to the latest available version.
How do I uninstall Cygwin?
Run winget uninstall Cygwin.Cygwin to remove Cygwin from your system.