This guide shows how to safely download, install, and verify the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015–2019 Redistributable (x64) on Windows.
Open File Explorer and navigate to C:\Windows\System32. Look for the following files:
If these files exist, your x64 redistributable is functioning correctly.
These aka.ms links redirect to the actual latest installer hosted on Microsoft servers.
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Microsoft Visual C++ 2015–2019 Redistributable Package (x64)
. Note that starting with Visual Studio 2015, Microsoft combined the redistributables for 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 into a single unified installer. Microsoft Learn 1. Package Overview
The Visual C++ Redistributable installs the run-time components of C and C++ libraries (such as MSVCP, VCRUNTIME, and MFC). These are essential for running applications or games built using Visual Studio 2015, 2017, or 2019. v14 (shares a common runtime for 2015–2022). Architecture: x64 (for 64-bit Windows operating systems). Binary Compatibility: If these files exist, your x64 redistributable is
Applications built with any version from 2015 to 2022 will work with the latest unified redistributable. Microsoft Learn 2. Download Links
It is highly recommended to download the installer directly from official Microsoft sources to ensure security and the latest updates. Direct Download (x64): VC_redist.x64.exe (aka.ms) Official Landing Page: Latest Supported Visual C++ Downloads (Microsoft Learn) 3. System Requirements Requirement Operating System Windows 10, 11, 8.1, 7 SP1; Windows Server 2016–2025 1.6 GHz or faster 1 GB (1.5 GB if running on a virtual machine) Disk Space ~50 MB available hard disk space 4. Installation Instructions vc_redist.x64.exe file from the Microsoft website the installer by double-clicking the downloaded file. the license terms by checking the box.
Click the "Install" button. You may need administrative privileges. Reboot your computer if prompted to complete the setup.
Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015 - Microsoft Use a tool like Dependency Walker (old but
* Details. Version: 2015. Date Published: 7/15/2024. File Name: vc_redist.x64.exe. vc_redist.x86.exe. File Size: 13.9 MB. 13.1 MB.
Use a tool like Dependency Walker (old but useful) or Process Monitor (ProcMon) from Microsoft Sysinternals. Filter on “Process Name” = your application’s .exe and “Result” = “NAME NOT FOUND”. This tells you exactly which VC++ DLL is missing.
Go directly to Microsoft’s official site:
👉 Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable latest supported downloads
Under the Visual Studio 2015-2022 section, find the links for: