PostgreSQL 16

PostgreSQL 16 16.15-5

The World's Most Advanced Open Source Relational Database

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About PostgreSQL 16

PostgreSQL is a powerful, open source object-relational database system with over 35 years of active development that has earned it a strong reputation for reliability, feature robustness, and performance.

Technical details

PublisherPostgreSQL Global Development Group
Version16.15-5
Release date2026-10-01
LicensePostgreSQL
Installer typeexe
Architecturex64
Package IDPostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16
Install scopeAll users

Install PostgreSQL 16 from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16 -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16 -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16 -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"postgresql-16.15-5-windows-x64.exe" --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui none
Install to a custom folder
"postgresql-16.15-5-windows-x64.exe" --prefix "D:\Apps\PostgreSQL 16"

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PostgreSQL 16 version history

16.15-4 Sep 18, 2026
16.15-3 Sep 1, 2026
16.15-2 Aug 31, 2026

Other versions

  • 16.15-1
  • 16.14-2
  • 16.14-1
  • 16.13-3
  • 16.13-2
  • 16.13-1

Frequently asked questions

Is PostgreSQL 16 free?

PostgreSQL 16 is postgresql software from PostgreSQL Global Development Group. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.

What is the latest version of PostgreSQL 16?

The latest version is 16.15-5, released on Oct 1, 2026.

Is it safe to download PostgreSQL 16?

The download button links to the official installer published on get.enterprisedb.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 4065dbc5ffb52010e7357dfd6a74934878f1c6faf7a75cad1411a22e11b7b929.

Which Windows versions does PostgreSQL 16 support?

PostgreSQL 16 runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I install PostgreSQL 16 silently?

Run the offline installer with "postgresql-16.15-5-windows-x64.exe" --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui none, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16 -e --silent.

How do I uninstall PostgreSQL 16?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find PostgreSQL 16 and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=PostgreSQL.PostgreSQL.16 -e.

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