Rufus 3.16 Beta 2 Download [new] (2026)

Rufus 3.16 Beta 2 is only for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and early builds of Windows 11. It is not native to ARM64 or Linux (though it works via Wine).

Rufus 3.16 Beta 2 is a robust and reliable tool for creating bootable USB drives. With its improved support for Windows 11, enhanced compatibility, and faster performance, Rufus remains a top choice for users needing to create bootable USB drives. Download Rufus 3.16 Beta 2 today and experience the latest features and improvements. Rufus 3.16 Beta 2 Download

on hardware that does not meet Microsoft's official requirements Key Features & Enhancements The primary highlight of Beta 2 is the "Extended" Windows 11 installation support , which allows users to: Bypass TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot: Rufus 3

: Adds support for Intel NUC card readers and improves general Windows version reporting . With its improved support for Windows 11, enhanced

Upon launch, you will see the familiar Rufus interface:

Download the new .exe —Rufus is portable, so there is no uninstallation needed. Keep both versions side by side.