| | Cons | | :--- | :--- | | No Internet Required: Installs completely offline. | Large File Size: ~130MB compared to the ~2MB online bootstrapper. | | Enterprise Ready: Supports silent command-line switches. | Manual Updates: Unlike the "Evergreen" online mode which auto-updates in the background, you must manually download the latest offline installer to update machines in the future. | | Deployment Friendly: Perfect for SCCM/Intune distribution. | Confusing UI: Microsoft hides the direct link behind a "Get the link" button, confusing many users. |
was a tiny 2MB file that required an internet connection to pull the full runtime from Microsoft’s servers. This was a dealbreaker for secure, air-gapped corporate environments or remote sites with limited bandwidth. learn.microsoft.com To solve this, Microsoft introduced the Evergreen Standalone Installer | | Cons | | :--- | :---
To download the Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime offline installer, you should use the . This version includes all necessary files in one package, allowing for installation on devices without an active internet connection. Download Links | Manual Updates: Unlike the "Evergreen" online mode