Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable

Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable 8.0.61000

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x64) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run 64-bit applications developed with Visual C++ 2005 SP1 on a computer

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About Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x64) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run 64-bit applications developed with Visual C++ 2005 SP1 on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2005 SP1 installed.

Technical details

PublisherMicrosoft Corporation
Version8.0.61000
Release date2021-05-12
LicenseProprietary (Freeware)
Installer typeexe
Architecturex64
Package IDMicrosoft.VCRedist.2005.x64
RequirementsWindows 10 or later
Admin rightsRequired
Install scopeAll users

Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2005.x64 -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2005.x64 -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2005.x64 -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"vcredist_x64.EXE" /Q /C:"msiexec /i ""vcredist.msi"" /quiet /norestart"
Uninstall the MSI package
msiexec /x {ad8a2fa1-06e7-4b0d-927d-6e54b3d31028} /quiet

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Frequently asked questions

Is Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable free?

Yes, Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable is free to download and use on Windows.

What is the latest version of Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable?

The latest version is 8.0.61000, released on May 12, 2021.

Is it safe to download Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable?

The download button links to the official installer published on download.microsoft.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 4487570bd86e2e1aac29db2a1d0a91eb63361fcaac570808eb327cd4e0e2240d.

Which Windows versions does Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable support?

Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable requires Windows 10 or later and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I install Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable silently?

Run the offline installer with "vcredist_x64.EXE" /Q /C:"msiexec /i ""vcredist.msi"" /quiet /norestart", or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2005.x64 -e --silent.

How do I uninstall Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2005.x64 -e.