Transfer the file to the target machine.
If you cannot use the Microsoft Store, install the App Installer MSIX bundle from the official GitHub releases for Windows Package Manager. install winget using powershell updated
If the command above fails (usually due to network restrictions or Store cache issues), you can download the latest .msixbundle directly from Microsoft's GitHub repository. Transfer the file to the target machine
cd $env:TEMP .\winget-install.ps1
How to Install WinGet Using PowerShell (2026 Update) WinGet (Windows Package Manager) is now a core system component for Windows 10 (version 1809+), Windows 11, and Windows Server 2025. While it usually comes pre-installed via the App Installer from the Microsoft Store, you may need to install or repair it using PowerShell if it is missing or corrupted. Method 1: The Fast Microsoft Repair (Recommended) cd $env:TEMP