Notepad++ is a free source code editor that supports several languages.
Notepad++ is a free (as in “free speech” and also as in “free beer”) source code editor and Notepad replacement that supports several languages.
Running in the MS Windows environment, its use is governed by GNU General Public License.
| Publisher | Notepad++ Team |
|---|---|
| Author | Don Ho |
| Version | 8.9.8.1 |
| Release date | 2026-09-24 |
| License | GPL-3.0-or-later |
| Installer type | nullsoft, wix, zip |
| Architecture | x64, x86, arm64 |
| Package ID | Notepad++.Notepad++ |
Install Notepad++ from the command line with Windows Package Manager (winget):
winget install --id=Notepad++.Notepad++ -e
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