Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Site

The page offers both vcredist_x86.exe and vcredist_x64.exe . If in doubt, install both. Mainstream support ended in 2018, and extended support ended in 2023. That means no new security updates. However, the runtime itself is stable and widely deployed—it doesn’t run as a background service, so the security risk is minimal for most users.

If something breaks later, you can always reinstall it from Microsoft’s official download page. Always download from Microsoft’s official website. Never use third-party “DLL download” sites. microsoft visual c++ 2013

However, if you’re absolutely certain no installed software needs it (e.g., after uninstalling old games or legacy software), you can remove it via . The page offers both vcredist_x86

If you’re a developer looking to support older systems or games, understanding the VC++ 2013 runtime is still useful—especially when debugging those classic “missing DLL” errors. Have a missing DLL error related to MSVCP120.dll or MSVCR120.dll? Let me know in the comments—I’ve debugged my fair share of runtime issues. That means no new security updates