InstallShield 2011

If the applications you develop target Windows, InstallShield is your solution. InstallShield makes it easy for developers to build reliable Windows Installer (MSI) and InstallScript installations for desktop, server, Web, and mobile applications. It’s also the only installation solution that can build Microsoft App- virtual packages.

For over 20 years, InstallShield has been the gold standard for building Windows software installations, used by virtually every major software company in the world. More developers trust InstallShield to give their software a flawless localized installation experience, keeping their end users happy and support costs down.

The applications you build should install reliably and make a great first impression. They deserve the best. They deserve InstallShield.

Download trial version of InstallShield 2011 now.

InstallShield 2011: Microsoft’s Installation Solution of Choice for Visual Studio 2010 Applications

It’s no surprise that Microsoft recommends their Visual Studio customers standardize on InstallShield 2011. Learn what's new.

InstallShield 2011 has unparalleled support for Visual Studio 2010 and .NET Framework 4, as well as new integration with Microsoft Team Foundation Server.
New tools make it easy to deploy applications on 64-bit Windows 7 and Windows Server operating systems.
New Unicode InstallScript support helps you better target a global audience with multilingual InstallScript installers.
Buy extra licenses of the popular InstallShield Standalone Build without purchasing a full InstallShield license.

For Desktop, Server, Web, and Mobile Device Applications

Easily create Windows 7 Logo Certified installers for 32-bit and 64-bit applications.
Deliver applications as virtual packages with InstallShield’s exclusive Microsoft App-V support.
Extend installations to databases and Web servers, including SQL Server 2008 and IIS 7.0.
Target mobile devices with InstallShield’s support for Windows Mobile, PalmOS, and more.

The Easy Way to Build Reliable, Flexible Installers

Tailor the look and feel of installation dialogs with the Visual Dialog Editor.
InstallScript gives you maximum flexibility in your installations.
Simplified patch and upgrade creation, debugging, and build report tools substantially increase installation quality.

Cut Software Installation Development Time in Half

InstallShield’s IDE with dynamic searching and filtering, automated wizards, templates, and pre-built objects save you significant time.
The Project Assistant walks you step-by-step through the MSI and InstallScript installation creation process, helping you avoid errors.
A single InstallShield setup can present text in up to 35 languages, no manual translation needed for standard dialogs.
Build installers for 32-bit and 64-bit applications with a single installation project.

Deliver Your Applications as App-V Virtual Packages

Give customers the option of running your application as a Microsoft App-V virtual package.
Simply build your MSI as usual – InstallShield automatically builds the App-V package for you.
No new technology to learn, no time wasted building a separate App-V project.

Editions and New Licensing Options to Fit Your Needs

Available in three editions: Premier, Professional, and Express in both English and Japanese.
Buy InstallShield as either a node-locked license or a concurrent license that developers can share.
Buy extra Standalone Build licenses to better integrate installation and product build processes.