A pop-up will ask you to choose the file. Select for the 64-bit version. Save the file to your computer. 2. Pre-Installation Check
Microsoft Access Database Engine 2016 Redistributable is a set of components that enables data transfer between Microsoft Office files and non-Office applications through OLEDB and ODBC interfaces. Official Download and Status The 64-bit version can be officially downloaded from the Microsoft Download Center by selecting accessdatabaseengine_X64.exe End of Support: Official support for the 2016 Redistributable ended on October 14, 2025 Recommended Replacement: Microsoft now recommends the Microsoft 365 Access Runtime
Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, and various Windows Server versions starting from 2008 R2. Bitness Conflicts: Download Microsoft Access Database Engine 2016 64 Bit -BEST
for a specific installation error, or more information on the Microsoft 365 Access Runtime alternative? Microsoft Access Database Engine 2016 Redistributable
(Note: The actual GUID may vary – extract from registry) A pop-up will ask you to choose the file
Because this is a Microsoft redistributable component, you must download it directly from Microsoft to avoid malware or corrupted DLL files.
If you have 32-bit Microsoft Office installed, the 64-bit Access Database Engine (error: "You cannot install the 64-bit version because 32-bit Office components are present"). Bitness Conflicts: for a specific installation error, or
This redistributable package installs the necessary OLE DB and ODBC drivers to connect applications to Access and Excel files. Common use cases include:
Before installing the 64-bit version, ensure your system meets these criteria: Microsoft Access Database Engine 2016 Redistributable
Before you download, understand this:
⚠️ Limited – the ACE engine requires Windows containers and can be unstable in serverless environments. Use alternatives like OleDb.Core or ExcelDataReader for cloud.