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How we verify DirectX

Every recommendation must have a clear verification source and must not lead the user to dubious installers.

local site file dxwebsetup.exe legacy runtime for games without an adware installer
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File is stored on the site:dxwebsetup.exe· 288.4 KB · SHA-256 verified

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How we verify information

Before publishing, we verify the version, installer purpose, and update methods against official Microsoft pages.

Download source

We store local copies of files and cross-check the file name, version, size, and package description with Microsoft Download Center.

Instructions

We cross-check steps with Microsoft Support and do not recommend actions that break Windows.

Verification date

Current version reviewed on May 4, 2026.

Verification sources

Microsoft Web Installer

Source for verifying the web installer version, file name, size, and package purpose.

Open source

Microsoft Offline Runtime

Source for verifying the DirectX End-User Runtimes June 2010 offline package.

Open source

DirectX version check

Microsoft launch guidedxdiagand verifying the installed DirectX version.

Open source

Windows Update

The official way to receive DirectX, Windows, and related system component updates.

Open source