Download Images from Microsoft Container Registry
Fetch MCR images without Docker Desktop and get a TAR file in minutes.
Base URL
https://containerdl.com
Microsoft registry ready
Microsoft images
Export dotnet, windows, and toolchain images.
Windows friendly
Great for teams without Docker Desktop.
Offline packaging
Download once and load later in secure networks.
How it works
-
Sign in and paste your mcr.microsoft.com image reference.
-
Export to TAR or bundle.
-
Load the TAR on a host with Docker or another runtime.
Example
Export an MCR image
curlcurl -X POST https://containerdl.com/v1/exports \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer cdl_live_xxx" \
-d '{"image":"mcr.microsoft.com/dotnet/runtime:8.0"}'- MCR public images do not require credentials.
- Use TAR outputs for offline transfer.
Common use cases
- Windows teams avoiding Docker Desktop.
- Offline package preparation for secure networks.
- CI pipelines that need Microsoft base images.
- Image audits and artifact storage.
FAQs
Is MCR public?
Most mcr.microsoft.com images are public and do not require credentials.
Do you support private ACR?
No. Private registry auth is supported only for GHCR and Docker Hub today.
Can I load the TAR on Windows?
Yes. Use docker load on a Windows host with Docker installed.