Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64)

by Microsoft Corporationv12.0.40664.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable Package (x64).

Install with winget

$ winget install --id Microsoft.VCRedist.2013.x64 --exact --version 12.0.40664.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64)

Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) uses EXE (Burn bundle). The silent install switches are /quiet.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)

msiexec.exe /i vcredist_x64.exe /quiet /install /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) →

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The Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable Package (x64) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run 64-bit applications developed with Visual C++ 2013 on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2013 installed.

Installers · v12.0.40664.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	EXE Burn bundle	machine		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64).

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Microsoft.VCRedist.2013.x64 --exact --version 12.0.40664.0. winget downloads the installer from Microsoft Corporation and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Microsoft.VCRedist.2013.x64 --exact 12.0.40664.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64)?

Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) uses EXE (Burn bundle). Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i vcredist_x64.exe /quiet /install /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet.

How do I uninstall Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id Microsoft.VCRedist.2013.x64 --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64)'s Apps & Features entry.

Is Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) free?

Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) is distributed under Proprietary (Freeware). Refer to the publisher (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4032938/update-for-visual-c-2013-redistributable-package) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Microsoft.VCRedist.2013.x64 --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 4 versions of Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x64) from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

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