XnView MP

Download Details

Version

1.12.3.0 (latest)

File size

68.52 MB

License

Free

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VirusTotal: 68 of 68 engines say OK (0 flagged)

SHA-256 checksum Copy

ec9129b1262ade2df8c5b6e4d71edf223b99576a3a6e74398c76802b36aa9d81

Developer

Pierre-e Gougelet

Supported OS

Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 7

Installers

64-bit (x64), Portable, Offline

Downloads

4878

Rating

4.3 out of 5 · 39 reviews

File name(s)

XnView_MP-1.12.3-win-x64.exe, XnView_MP-1.12.3-win-x64.zip

Reviewed by Mohamed Zaki
Tested on Windows 11 and 10 · November 10, 2026 · How we review

Screenshots

XnView MP is a free image viewer and organizer that opens more than 500 formats, including camera RAW files. It suits photographers and anyone with a messy picture folder.

Beyond browsing, it converts files in batches, makes quick edits and finds duplicates. It is free for private use, and businesses need a separate license.

It is worth installing if the default Windows photo app feels limiting. The interface has many panels, so expect a short learning curve.

What is XnView MP?

XnView MP is a free photo browser, viewer and converter from a French developer, first released in 2008. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.

The MP stands for multi-processor: the app uses several CPU cores, so large folders load faster than in the older single-threaded XnView Classic.

What it does well

Format support is the headline. It opens more than 500 formats, from JPEG, PNG and GIF to camera RAW files and rare legacy types.

Batch conversion is the second strength. You can resize, rename and convert a whole folder in one pass.

Tip: If you need web-ready copies of a RAW shoot, select the folder, open Batch convert, pick JPEG, set a maximum size and run it.

Browsing is flexible too, with thumbnails, a full-screen viewer, a file browser tree and slideshows. Metadata panels show EXIF, IPTC and XMP data.

Tip: Use the category and rating tools to tag keepers, then filter by tag so you never scroll through rejects again.

Editing and extras

The built-in editor covers cropping, rotating, color adjustment and a set of filters. It is meant for quick fixes, not layered retouching.

Extras include a duplicate finder, contact sheets, a web gallery maker and screen capture.

Tip: If your photos sit in several folders, run the duplicate finder before you reorganize, so you do not move the same shot twice.

Where it annoys

The interface packs in many panels and menus, which can overwhelm a first-time user.

The editing tools are basic compared with a dedicated editor. If you want layers or masks, pair it with a separate app.

Is XnView MP safe to install?

Yes. The file on this page was checked with VirusTotal and came back clean.

Download it only from this page or the developer’s own site, and avoid repackaged installers from random mirrors.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you only want a minimal viewer that opens one photo at a time. A lighter tool will feel quicker for that.

Also skip it if you need advanced retouching, since the editor stays at the quick-fix level.

How to Download & Install

Click the download button at the top of this page. You get an EXE installer for the main version, or the portable package if you prefer no installation.

Step 1: Click the download button at the top of this page and save the installer.

Step 2: Double-click the installer and approve the Windows permission prompt.

Step 3: Pick your language and accept the license terms.

Step 4: Choose the install folder and any extra options the wizard offers, then continue.

Step 5: Finish the setup and open XnView MP from the Start menu. Point it at a photo folder and the thumbnails appear.

Installer types

• Main installer: a full offline setup, usually 64-bit, with no extra files fetched during installation.
• Portable: runs from any folder or USB drive without installing, handy on work PCs where you cannot add software.

System requirements

• Windows 11, Windows 10 or Windows 7
• 64-bit (x64) processor for the main build

License

XnView MP is free for private, educational and non-profit use. Commercial use needs a paid license from the developer.

There is no activation step for the free version.

How to update

Download the latest version from this page and run the installer over your existing copy. Your catalog and settings normally stay in place.

For the portable build, extract the new package into a fresh folder and keep the old one until you confirm everything works.

Common install problems

• SmartScreen warning: Windows may flag a less common installer. If you got the file from this page, choose More info, then Run anyway.
• Files still open in another app: open Windows Settings, go to Default apps and set XnView MP for the image types you want.
• Slow thumbnails in huge folders: let the first scan finish, since later visits load faster from the cache.

Pros & Cons

Best XnView MP Alternatives

• 
  IrfanView

  Fast image viewer with batch conversion and light editing.

• 
  Picasa

  Free photo organizer with face tagging and simple offline editing.

• 
  FastStone Image Viewer

  Fast photo browsing, quick edits and batch conversion in one free tool.

• 
  Microsoft Photos

  Photo viewer that sorts, edits and syncs pictures through OneDrive.

Conclusion

4.3★★★★★out of 5 · 39 user ratings

Photo viewers differ more than they look, so a side-by-side check helps.

Compare price, platform and the one feature each app does best.

Final verdict

XnView MP is a strong pick for Windows users who handle many photos, mixed formats or RAW files. Batch conversion and the duplicate finder save real time.

Choose a lighter viewer if you only open single images, and a dedicated editor if you retouch photos in depth.

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