: It allows apps like Outlook, Teams, and various third-party tools to maintain a modern, "web-like" interface even on older versions of Windows 10 that don't have the runtime pre-installed.

If you are a developer looking to bundle the WebView2 binaries inside your application installer (to avoid installing a system-wide runtime entirely), you should download the .

Other useful switches:

The Microsoft WebView2 Offline Installer is a critical utility for maintaining software functionality in disconnected or managed environments. It bridges the gap between the modern web-rendering requirements of new applications and the security restrictions of enterprise networks. By downloading the "Evergreen Standalone Installer" from the developer portal, administrators can ensure seamless deployment of this ubiquitous dependency.