VirtualBox
VirtualBox is an open-source virtualization application that allows you to run multiple guest operating systems on a single computer. Maintained by Oracle, it lets users run isolated virtual machines on Windows and macOS for software testing, development, and operating system exploration.
download.virtualbox.org · Official website
- ✓ Official source (winget)
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 7.2.22
- Release date
- Oct. 20, 2026
- License
- GPL-3.0-only
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Oracle.VirtualBox -eSHA256 (file verification)
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- ✓ Official source (Homebrew)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 7.2.22,175245
- License
- GPL-3.0-only
- Installer type
- dmg
How do I use this?
This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.
brew install --cask virtualboxSHA256 (file verification)
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Platform pages: Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
Old versions (10)
Highlights
- Full system virtualization without restarting the host computer
- Snapshot management to save and restore virtual machine states
- Configurable virtual networking, storage, and hardware allocation
- Shared folders and clipboard synchronization between host and guest
Who is it for?
Software developers, system administrators, and students who need to test software across multiple operating systems simultaneously.
Good to know before installing
- Requires hardware virtualization to be enabled in your computer's BIOS or UEFI settings.
- Demanding 3D graphics applications and games generally run with limited performance inside virtual machines.
- System memory and CPU cores are shared directly with the host machine, requiring adequate hardware capacity.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download link to get the installer, or run winget install --id Oracle.VirtualBox -e in the command line.
- Launch the downloaded installer executable.
- Proceed through the setup wizard and confirm the network interface installation.
macOS
- Download the official macOS installer via our download link, or run brew install --cask virtualbox in Terminal.
- Open the downloaded .dmg file and launch VirtualBox.pkg.
- Follow the setup prompts and approve the necessary system extensions in macOS settings.
Alternatives
- QEMU
- VMware Workstation
- Hyper-V
Frequently asked questions
Is VirtualBox completely free to use?
Yes, VirtualBox is open-source software distributed under the GNU General Public License.
Does VirtualBox require hardware virtualization?
Yes, running modern 64-bit operating systems requires hardware virtualization (Intel VT-x or AMD-V) enabled in the BIOS/UEFI.
What are Guest Additions?
They are software packages installed inside the guest OS to provide mouse integration, better video support, and shared folders.