Install cargo-binstall

February 28, 2026

Version updated for https://github.com/cargo-bins/cargo-binstall to version v1.17.6.

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Action Type

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Action Summary

Cargo Binstall is a lightweight tool for installing precompiled Rust binaries, serving as an alternative to cargo install or manual downloads. It automates the process by fetching crate information, locating release artifacts from repositories or third-party hosts, and falling back to source compilation if necessary. This action simplifies binary installation, reduces build times, and is particularly suited for CI environments or scenarios where quick, unattended setups are required.

Release notes

Binstall is a tool to fetch and install Rust-based executables as binaries. It aims to be a drop-in replacement for cargo install in most cases. Install it today with cargo install cargo-binstall, from the binaries below, or if you already have it, upgrade with cargo binstall cargo-binstall.

In this release:

Fix infinite rate limit waiting (#2485)

Other changes:

Upgrade dependencies