: If an app still fails with errors like msvcp140.dll missing , try using the Repair option by running the installer again and selecting "Repair" instead of "Install".

Microsoft VC++ 2015-2022 Redistributable x64 (vc_redist.x64.exe)

Instead of forcing developers to bundle large, redundant copies of these libraries inside every application installer, Microsoft allows users to install a system-wide, shared bundle. The targets 64-bit systems specifically, allowing performance-heavy 64-bit software architectures to communicate directly with hardware resources. Understanding Version 14.40

Here are the most frequent issues encountered when installing the x64 14.40 version and how to resolve them:

Check the box to agree to the license terms and click Install .

A system reboot is often required to ensure the new DLLs are correctly registered in the Windows System32 folder. Troubleshooting

Last updated: To reflect the latest 2025 update cycle. Always refer to the official Microsoft Learn page for version-specific build numbers.

Microsoft provides permanent links that always point to the version of the Visual C++ v14 (2015–2022) runtime. Version 14.40 was released around May 21, 2024, as part of Visual Studio 2022 version 17.10. x64 (64-bit): vc_redist.x64.exe x86 (32-bit): vc_redist.x86.exe ARM64: vc_redist.arm64.exe Key Version Details

Leverage tools and frameworks available within Visual Studio, such as Visual Studio Extensions, .NET APIs, etc.

It is fully compatible with applications built using any version of Visual Studio from 2015 onwards (2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022).

Downloading from these aka.ms short URLs ensures you obtain the verified digital signature from Microsoft. 2. Visual Studio Official Downloads Portal

Click on the download button to get the installer. Once downloaded, run the installer and select the components you wish to install.

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2015–2022 Redistributable is a critical system component required to run C++ applications built using Visual Studio 2022 (version 17.10 or later). Microsoft utilizes a unified redistributable strategy w40) is backward compatible with apps built on any of these platforms. Official Download Link

Font Licenses Explained

Desktop License

The licensed font can appear in unlimited commercial and personal projects including, but not limited to, physical end products, social media, broadcast, packaging, and paid ads.

Can be used for

  • Web app and website usage Only in rasterized form
  • Games Only in rasterized form
  • Design or Print-on-Demand applications Only the Licensee may use the font to create a completed end product

Cannot be used for

  • Embedding fonts files Must always be used in rasterized form

Webfont License

The licensed font can appear in multiple websites owned or controlled by the Licensee. Pageview limit agreed upon at checkout.

Can be used for

  • Web app and website usage Only displayed in the Licensee’s website(s), within the agreed upon pageview limit.
  • Embedding fonts Only within the Licensee’s website(s) and agreed upon pageview limit

Cannot be used for

  • Games
  • Design or Print-on-Demand applications
  • Desktop use

App License

The licensed font can appear in one application.

Can be used for

  • Games Font can be embedded, but not extractable
  • Embedding Fonts Font can be embedded in desktop apps, games, and mobile apps but cannot be extractable.

Cannot be used for

  • Web app and website usage
  • Design or Print-on-Demand applications

E-pub License

The licensed font can appear in one title.

Can be used for

  • Embedding Fonts Font can be embedded in epubs, but cannot be extractable

Cannot be used for

  • Web app and website usage
  • Games
  • Design or Print-on-Demand applications