# Awesome Free Apps [![Awesome](https://awesome.re/badge.svg)](https://awesome.re)

> Curated list of the best free apps for Windows, Mac, and Linux

🪟 means the app is available on Windows. <br>
🍎 means the app is available on macOS. <br>
🐧 means the app is available on Linux. <br>
⭐ means the app is recommended by us.

## Contents

- [Audio](#audio)
    - [Audio Players](#audio-players)
    - [Audio Recording](#audio-recording)
    - [DJ Software](#dj-software)
    - [Music Notation](#music-notation)
    - [Music Production](#music-production)
- [Browsers](#browsers)
- [Communication](#communication)
    - [Messaging](#messaging)
    - [Email Clients](#email-clients)
- [Compression and Archiving](#compression-and-archiving)
- [Customize](#customize)
    - [System Customization](#system-customization)
    - [Wallpaper Tools](#wallpaper-tools)
- [Data Management](#data-management)
    - [Copy and Move](#copy-and-move)
    - [Sync and Clone](#sync-and-clone)
- [Developer Tools](#developer-tools)
    - [API Development](#api-development)
    - [Database](#database)
    - [Network Analysis](#network-analysis)
    - [Game Engines](#game-engines)
    - [Virtualization](#virtualization)
- [Documents](#documents)
    - [Office Suites](#office-suites)
    - [E-book](#e-book)
    - [PDF Tools](#pdf-tools)
- [Download Managers](#download-managers)
- [Games](#games)
    - [Cloud Gaming](#cloud-gaming)
    - [Mobile Emulators](#mobile-emulators)
    - [Other Emulators](#other-emulators)
- [Graphics Tools](#graphics-tools)
- [3D Modeling and Animation](#3d-modeling-and-animation)
- [Security](#security)
    - [Antivirus](#antivirus)
    - [Password Managers](#password-managers)
- [Image Viewers](#image-viewers)
- [Remote Access](#remote-access)
- [Text Editors](#text-editors)
- [Video](#video)
    - [Video Editors](#video-editors)
    - [Video Players](#video-players)
    - [Video Streaming and Recording](#video-streaming-and-recording)
    - [Video Converters and Compressors](#video-converters-and-compressors)
- [VPN and Proxy Tools](#vpn-and-proxy-tools)
- [Utility](#utility)
    - [Clipboard Management](#clipboard-management)
    - [Metadata](#metadata)
    - [Window Management](#window-management)
    - [File Management](#file-management)
    - [Screenshot](#screenshot)
    - [Space Visualizer](#space-visualizer)

## Audio

- [JACK Audio](https://jackaudio.org/) - Audio server for routing and mixing sound between programs. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [EarTrumpet](https://eartrumpet.app/) - Advanced volume control for Windows, offering app-specific audio management. 🪟
- [FXSound](https://www.fxsound.com/) - Boost sound quality, volume, and bass. Has a beautiful modern UI. 🪟

### Audio Players

- [Foobar2000](https://www.foobar2000.org/) - Lightweight and highly customizable audio player with support for many formats. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [MusicBee](https://getmusicbee.com/) - Feature-rich music player and manager for Windows. 🪟
- [AIMP](https://aimp.ru/) - Music player for Windows with a clean interface and powerful features. 🪟
- [Audacious](https://audacious-media-player.org/) - Lightweight audio player for simple music playback. 🪟 🐧
- [Karafun](https://www.karafun.com/) - Collection of karaoke songs across multiple genres. Play your own CDG files or use downloads from YouTube. 🪟
- [Strawberry Music Player](https://www.strawberrymusicplayer.org/) - Music player for organizing and playing your audio collection. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Audio Recording

- [Audacity](https://www.audacityteam.org/download/) - Open-source audio editor for recording and editing sounds. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Ocenaudio](https://www.ocenaudio.com/) - Easy-to-use audio editor for recording and analyzing sounds. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Wavosaur](https://www.wavosaur.com/) - Simple audio editor for recording, editing, and processing sound. 🪟

### DJ Software

- [Mixxx](https://mixxx.org/) - DJ software for live mixing and beatmatching with controller support. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [VirtualDJ](https://www.virtualdj.com/) - DJ platform for mixing music, beatmatching, and live performance. 🪟 🍎
- [DJ ProDecks](https://www.djprodecks.com/) - DJ software for mixing music and adding effects. 🪟
- [UltraMixer Free](https://www.ultramixer.com/en/free-version/) - DJ software for mixing audio and video with a simple interface. 🪟 🍎
- [Serato DJ Lite](https://www.serato.com/dj/lite) - DJ software for beginners to mix music with ease. 🪟 🍎
- [Rekordbox](https://rekordbox.com/en/) - Software that enables a comfortable DJ workflow with AI, cloud, and automation tech. 🪟 🍎

### Music Notation

- [MuseScore](https://musescore.org/) - Software for creating, playing, and sharing sheet music. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [LilyPond](http://lilypond.org/) - Music notation program for creating high-quality sheet music. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Frescobaldi](https://frescobaldi.org/) - Editor for LilyPond to create music scores quickly. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ABCjs](https://abcjs.net/) - Tool for writing and playing ABC music notation. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Denemo](https://denemo.org/) - Music notation software for fast score creation with LilyPond. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Music Production

- [LMMS](https://lmms.io/) - Open-source DAW for creating music with virtual instruments and MIDI support. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Ardour](https://ardour.org/) - DAW for recording, editing, and mixing audio with professional features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Tracktion T7](https://www.tracktion.com/products/t7-daw) - DAW for music production with advanced editing features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Zrythm](https://www.zrythm.org/) - DAW for music production with an easy-to-use interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Qtractor](https://qtractor.org/) - Multi-track DAW for Linux for audio and MIDI recording. 🐧
- [Cakewalk by BandLab](https://www.bandlab.com/products/cakewalk) - Full-featured DAW for music recording and editing. 🪟
- [Stargate DAW](https://github.com/stargatedaw/stargate) - Innovation-first DAW, instrument and effect plugins. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Reaper](https://www.reaper.fm/) - Complete digital audio production application for computers, offering a full multitrack audio and MIDI recording. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Browsers

- [Arc](https://arc.net) - Vertical tab-focused browser designed for modern productivity. 🪟 🍎
- [Brave](https://brave.com/) - Web browser with an emphasis on privacy and speed. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Chrome](https://www.google.com/chrome/) - Chrome, developed by Google, offers fast browsing with integrated Google services. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Chromium](https://www.chromium.org/Home) - Open-source browser project that powers Chrome. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ungoogled-chromium](https://github.com/ungoogled-software/ungoogled-chromium) - Privacy-focused version of Chromium with Google services stripped out. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Firefox](https://www.firefox.com/) - Free, open-source browser with a focus on privacy and customization. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [LibreWolf](https://librewolf.net) - A privacy-focused fork of Firefox with enhanced security. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Microsoft Edge](https://www.microsoft.com/edge) - Chromium-based browser with enhancements (everyone hates it though). 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Min](https://minbrowser.org/) - Fast, minimal browser that protects your privacy. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Opera](https://www.opera.com) - Browser with built-in ad-blocking, VPN, and a focus on speed. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Pale Moon](https://www.palemoon.org/) - Open Source, Goanna-based web browser. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Orion](https://browser.kagi.com/) - Lightweight WebKit-based browser with support for Chrome and Firefox extensions. 🍎 🐧
- [qutebrowser](https://www.qutebrowser.org/) - Keyboard-driven, vim-like browser built with Python and Qt. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Safari](https://www.apple.com/safari/) - Native browser for Macs with seamless integration across Apple devices. 🍎
- [Station](https://getstation.com/) - Browser that centralizes all your web apps in one workspace. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Tor Browser](https://www.torproject.org/projects/torbrowser.html) - Anonymity-focused browser that protects your privacy by routing traffic over the Tor network. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Mullvad Browser](https://mullvad.net/en/download/browser/) - Privacy browser based on Tor with anti-fingerprinting features, compatible with Mullvad VPN. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Vivaldi](https://vivaldi.com) - Customizable browser that puts you in control of your experience. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Yandex](https://browser.yandex.com/) - A secure and fast browser developed by Yandex for enhanced privacy and speed. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Zen Browser](https://zen-browser.app/) - A beautifully designed, privacy-focused browser with custom modifications. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Communication

### Messaging

- [Discord](https://discord.com/) - A popular communication platform for text, voice, and video chats, designed for gaming communities but widely used for various interests. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Telegram](https://telegram.org/) - A cloud-based messaging app known for its speed, security, and group chat capabilities. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [WhatsApp](https://www.whatsapp.com/) - A free messaging app offering text, voice, and video calls, as well as multimedia sharing. 🪟 🍎
- [Signal](https://signal.org/) - A secure and private messaging app that supports end-to-end encrypted text, voice, and video communication. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Slack](https://slack.com/) - A collaboration hub that connects teams with channels for messaging, file sharing, and integrations. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Viber](https://www.viber.com/) - A free messaging app with text, voice, and video calls, along with group chats and file sharing. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Microsoft Teams](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/group-chat-software) - A communication and collaboration platform for teams, featuring chat, file sharing, and video conferencing. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Skype](https://www.skype.com/) - A messaging and video call service that supports text, voice, and video communication. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Email Clients

- [CanaryMail](https://canarymail.io/) - Secure email app with built-in PGP support and AI assistance. 🍎 🐧
- [ElectronMail](https://github.com/vladimiry/ElectronMail) - Electron-based desktop client for ProtonMail. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Foxmail](http://www.foxmail.com/mac/en) - Fast email client with an easy-to-use interface. 🍎 🐧
- [Mailspring](https://getmailspring.com/) - Beautiful, fast, and fully open-source mail client with a sleek interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [BlueMail](https://www.bluemail.me/desktop/) - Cross-platform email client with a modern, user-friendly interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Nylas Mail](https://nylas.com/nylas-mail/) - Extensible desktop email app built on modern web technologies. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Postbox](https://postbox-inc.com/) - Advanced email management application with a focus on productivity and organization. 🪟 🍎
- [Polymail](https://polymail.io/) - Simple, beautiful, and powerful email client with modern features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Wino Mail](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9ncrcvjc50wl?hl=en-US&gl=BD) - Email client following fluent design with Mica effect. 🪟
- [Spark](https://sparkmailapp.com/) - Fast, intelligent email client for Mac and iOS with team collaboration features. 🍎 🐧
- [ThunderBird](https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/thunderbird/) - Open-source email client that makes managing your emails easier and faster. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Mailbird](https://www.mailbird.com/) - IMAP and POP3 email client with customization options and multi-language support. 🪟
- [Tutanota](https://tutanota.com/) - Encrypted email service focused on privacy and security. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [MicroSoft Outlook](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nrx63209r7b?ocid=pdpshare&hl=en-US&gl=US) - Email client for Windows by the company behind Windows. 🪟
- [Edison Mail](https://mail.edison.tech/mac) - Customizable, simple, and intuitive email client with smart features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Skiff Mail](https://skiff.com/mail) - Encrypted and decentralized email service available on multiple platforms. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Compression and Archiving

- [7-Zip](https://www.7-zip.org/) - Open-source archive manager supporting 7z, ZIP, and other major formats. Ideal for compression and extraction tasks. 🪟
- [Bandizip](https://www.bandisoft.com/bandizip/) - Fast, lightweight, and versatile archive manager with extensive format support. 🪟
- [NanaZip](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9n8g7tscl18r?hl=en-us&gl=US) - A modern derivative of 7-Zip, optimized for Windows 10/11 with additional functionality. 🪟
- [PeaZip](https://peazip.github.io/) - Open-source archive manager supporting over 180 file formats, with encryption and compression features. 🪟 🐧
- [Keka](https://www.keka.io) - Archive manager that supports ZIP, 7Z, TAR, GZIP, and RAR, with compression and extraction tools. 🍎
- [WinRAR](https://www.rarlab.com/) - Simple, popular and comes with an unlimited free tier. 🪟
- [muCommander](http://www.mucommander.com) - Lightweight, dual-pane file manager with archive handling features for macOS. 🍎
- [The Unarchiver](https://theunarchiver.com/) - Simple tool for extracting various archive formats like ZIP, RAR, and ISO on macOS. 🍎
- [Unarchive One](https://cleanerone.trendmicro.com/unarchiver-one/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=githubproject) - Multi-format decompression tool for macOS with QuickLook integration. 🍎
- [PDF Archiver](https://github.com/JulianKahnert/PDF-Archiver) - Open-source tool for tagging and organizing PDF documents on macOS. 🍎

## Customize

### System Customization

- [Winaero](https://winaerotweaker.com/) - All-in-one app for tuning Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7. 🪟
- [Windhawk](https://windhawk.net/) - Customization marketplace for Windows and programs. 🪟
- [HideVolumeOSD](https://github.com/UnlimitedStack/HideVolumeOSD) - Hide the Windows 10 volume bar. 🪟
- [ExplorerPatcher](https://github.com/valinet/ExplorerPatcher) - Restores and enhances the classic Windows taskbar and other system elements. 🪟
- [Hidden Bar](https://github.com/dwarvesf/hidden) - Simple macOS app to organize and declutter your menu bar. 🍎
- [TinkerTool](https://www.bresink.com/osx/TinkerTool.html) - macOS utility for enabling hidden system preferences. 🍎
- [TaskbarX](https://chrisandriessen.nl/taskbarx) - Personalize the Windows taskbar with center alignment, transparency, and animations. 🪟
- [MacPilot](https://www.koingosw.com/products/macpilot/) - Unlock hidden macOS settings and system tweaks. 🍎
- [Sizer](https://www.brianapps.net/sizer/) - Resize any window to an exact, predefined size. 🪟
- [FluentFlyouts](https://github.com/ModernFlyouts-Community/ModernFlyouts) - Replaces default Windows volume, brightness, and media flyouts with customizable modern ones. 🪟
- [Flow Launcher](https://www.flowlauncher.com/) - Quick File Search & App Launcher like spotlight. 🪟
- [RetroBar](https://github.com/dremin/RetroBar) - Classic Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, XP, Vista taskbar for modern versions of Windows. 🪟

### Wallpaper Tools

- [Rainmeter](https://www.rainmeter.net/) - Open-source desktop customization tool for Windows, offering widgets, skins, and live stats. 🪟
- [Lively Wallpaper](https://www.rocksdanister.com/lively/) - Open-source tool to set animated and interactive wallpapers on Windows. 🪟
- [WinDynamicDesktop](https://github.com/t1m0thyj/WinDynamicDesktop) - Port of macOS Mojave Dynamic Desktop feature to Windows. 🪟
- [ScreenPlay](https://github.com/kelteseth/ScreenPlay) - Open-source wallpaper and widget engine for Windows and Linux. 🪟 🐧
- [Plash](https://sindresorhus.com/plash) - Open-source macOS app to set websites as wallpapers. 🍎
- [Komorebi](https://github.com/cheesecakeufo/komorebi) - Open-source animated wallpaper manager for Linux. 🐧
- [Variety](https://github.com/varietywalls/variety) - Wallpaper changer with features for downloading and managing wallpapers. 🐧

## Data Management

### Copy and Move

- [TeraCopy](https://www.codesector.com/teracopy) - Copy your files faster and more securely. 🪟 🍎

### Sync and Clone

- [FreeFileSync](https://freefilesync.org/) - Open-source file synchronization tool designed to compare and sync files or folders efficiently. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Syncthing](https://github.com/syncthing/syncthing) - Continuous file synchronization program for two or more computers. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [rclone](https://rclone.org/) - Command-line tool for managing and syncing files across local and cloud storage platforms with encryption support. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Developer Tools

- [Diffinity](https://truehumandesign.se/s_diffinity.php) - Diff and merging tool with focus on accurate and easy to read source code diffs. 🪟

### API Development  

- [Postman](https://www.postman.com/) - API development platform with advanced testing and collaboration tools. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Insomnia](https://insomnia.rest/) - Simple API client for REST and GraphQL development. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Bruno](https://github.com/usebruno/bruno) - Offline API client that is fast, Git-friendly, and open source. 🪟
- [Hoppscotch](https://hoppscotch.io/) - Lightweight API development tool for designing, testing, and debugging. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [HTTP Toolkit](https://httptoolkit.tech/) - Tool for debugging and mocking HTTP requests. 🪟
- [SoapUI Open Source](https://www.soapui.org/open-source/) - For testing REST and SOAP APIs with scripting support. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Cocoa Rest Client](https://mmattozzi.github.io/cocoa-rest-client/) - Native macOS app for testing REST APIs. 🍎
- [Paw](https://paw.cloud/) - Advanced HTTP client designed for macOS. 🍎
- [Katalon Studio](https://katalon.com/) - Testing automation for APIs, web, and mobile apps. 🍎
- [HTTPie](https://httpie.io/) - Command-line and GUI tool to simplify working with APIs. 🪟 🍎
- [Mockoon](https://mockoon.com/) - Desktop tool for creating and testing mock REST APIs. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Apidog](https://apidog.com/) - All-in-one workspace for API design, testing, and documentation. 🪟

### Database

- [DBeaver](https://dbeaver.io/) - Universal database tool for SQL databases like MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite, Apache Family, and more. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Network Analysis  

- [Wireshark](https://www.wireshark.org/) - Leading tool for capturing and analyzing network traffic. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Charles](https://www.charlesproxy.com/) - Debugging proxy to view HTTP and HTTPS traffic. 🪟 🍎
- [James](https://github.com/james-proxy/james) - Open-source proxy for intercepting HTTP/HTTPS requests. 🪟 🍎
- [mitmproxy](https://mitmproxy.org/) - Interactive HTTP proxy for debugging and penetration testing. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Little Snitch](https://www.obdev.at/products/littlesnitch/index.html) - Network monitor for macOS with traffic visualization. 🍎
- [Proxie](https://proxie.app/) - HTTP debugging proxy for tracking requests on macOS. 🍎
- [Proxyman](https://proxyman.io/) - Modern HTTP proxy with an intuitive UI for macOS. 🍎
- [Sniffnet](https://www.sniffnet.net/) - Tool for monitoring and analyzing network traffic. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Game Engines

- [Godot](https://godotengine.org/) - Open-source game engine for creating 2D and 3D games with an easy-to-learn scripting language. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Unreal Engine](https://www.unrealengine.com/) - Powerful and fully featured game engine for creating high-quality 3D games with stunning graphics. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Unity](https://unity.com/) - Popular game engine for creating both 2D and 3D games, with an intuitive interface and wide asset store. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [GDevelop](https://gdevelop.io/) - No-code game engine focused on easy-to-create 2D games with a visual event system. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Cocos2d](https://www.cocos.com/en/) - Open-source game engine focused on creating mobile and web games, especially 2D games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Defold](https://www.defold.com/) - Cross-platform game engine that focuses on 2D game development with easy-to-use tools. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [CryEngine](https://www.cryengine.com/) - Advanced game engine with cutting-edge graphics and tools for creating visually stunning games. 🪟
- [Amazon Lumberyard](https://aws.amazon.com/lumberyard/) - Free, cross-platform 3D game engine integrated with AWS and Twitch for multiplayer games. 🪟 🍎
- [LÖVE](https://love2d.org/) - Simple and easy-to-learn 2D game engine for making games in Lua. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Monogame](https://www.monogame.net/) - Open-source game framework used to create cross-platform games with C#. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Ren'Py](https://www.renpy.org/) - Popular engine for creating visual novels with a simple scripting language. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [PICO-8](https://www.lexaloffle.com/pico-8.php) - Fantasy console for making small games with a retro look and feel. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Tiled](https://www.mapeditor.org/) - Open-source level editor for creating tile-based game maps, used alongside other engines. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OpenRA](https://www.openra.net/) - Open-source game engine for real-time strategy games, focusing on mods for classic titles like Command & Conquer. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [AppGameKit](https://www.appgamekit.com/) - A flexible game engine focused on making both 2D and 3D games with simple scripting. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Pixel Game Maker MV](https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/pgmmv/) - Game creation engine for 2D pixel games with no coding required. 🪟
- [Scirra Construct](https://www.construct.net/) - Powerful game engine with drag-and-drop features and a visual scripting language for 2D games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Flixel](https://flixel.org/) - Open-source 2D game engine built with Haxe, suitable for platformers and action games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Gosu](https://www.libgosu.org/) - Simple 2D game development library that works with Ruby or C++. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Roblox Studio](https://create.roblox.com/) - Engine to make games on Roblox. 🪟 🍎

### Virtualization

- [Docker](https://www.docker.com/) - Open-source containerization platform that enables operating-system-level virtualization. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Multipass](https://multipass.run/) - Quickly launch and manage Ubuntu virtual machines on demand. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OrbStack](https://orbstack.dev/) - Lightweight and fast virtualization solution for running Docker containers and Linux machines on macOS. 🍎
- [Lima](https://github.com/lima-vm/lima) - Open-source tool for launching Linux VMs on macOS with file sharing and port forwarding. 🍎
- [QEMU](https://www.qemu.org/) - Open-source emulator and virtualizer for hardware and system virtualization. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [UTM](https://mac.getutm.app/) - Open-source GUI for QEMU, designed for running various VMs including ARM64 and x64 on macOS. 🍎
- [Vagrant](https://www.vagrantup.com) - Open-source tool for building and managing reproducible development environments using virtual machines. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Rancher Desktop](https://rancherdesktop.io) - Open-source application for managing containers and Kubernetes on the desktop. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Podman Desktop](https://podman.io/) - Open-source desktop alternative to Docker for managing containers. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [VirtualBox](http://www.virtualbox.org) - Powerful x86 and AMD64/Intel64 virtualization software for creating and managing virtual machines. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [VMWare Workstation](https://www.vmware.com/products/desktop-hypervisor/workstation-and-fusion) - Virtualization software with advanced features. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Documents

- [CDisplayEx](https://www.cdisplayex.com/) - Lightweight comic book reader (.cbr, .cbz, .pdf, manga). 🪟

### Office Suites

- [LibreOffice](https://www.libreoffice.org/) - Private, free and open source office suite – the successor project to OpenOffice. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OnlyOffice](https://www.onlyoffice.com/) - Free and open-source office suite with advanced collaboration features for documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Apache OpenOffice](https://www.openoffice.org/) - Open-source office suite for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Calligra Suite](https://calligra.org/) - Office suite by KDE, offering applications for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and vector graphics. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [WPS Office](https://www.wps.com/) - Lightweight office suite compatible with Microsoft Office file formats. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [FreeOffice](https://www.freeoffice.com/) - Free office suite with compatibility for Microsoft Office formats and excellent performance. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Etherpad](https://etherpad.org/) - Web-based collaborative text editor designed for real-time team editing. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Google Workspace](https://workspace.google.com/) - Cloud-based suite including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more with real-time collaboration. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Collabora Online](https://www.collaboraoffice.com/) - Enterprise-ready version of LibreOffice for collaborative editing in the cloud. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### E-book

- [Calibre](https://calibre-ebook.com/) - Powerful and easy to use e-book manager. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [iChm](https://github.com/NSGod/ichm) - Open-source eBook reader for CHM (Microsoft Compiled HTML Help) files. 🍎
- [Kindle App](https://www.amazon.com/l/16571048011) - Official Amazon app for reading Kindle books. 🪟 🍎
- [Klib](http://klib.me/) - Organize and manage Kindle and iBooks highlights effectively. 🍎
- [Koodo Reader](https://www.koodoreader.com/en) - All-in-one eBook reader supporting 15+ formats, including EPUB and MOBI. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Readest](https://github.com/chrox/readest) - Cross-platform eBook reader with powerful tools and an intuitive interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Scribus](https://www.scribus.net/) - Open-source professional layout and publishing software. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Sigil](https://sigil-ebook.com/) - Open-source EPUB editor for creating and modifying eBooks. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Simple Comic](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simple-comic/id1497435571?mt=12) - Lightweight reader for PDF, CBZ, and CBR formats with Live Text search. 🍎

### PDF Tools

- [Sumatra PDF](https://www.sumatrapdfreader.org/free-pdf-reader) - Fast and lightweight PDF reader that supports EPUB, MOBI, CBZ, and more. 🪟
- [MuPDF](https://mupdf.com/) - Lightweight open-source PDF viewer and toolkit for rendering and managing PDF files. 🪟 🐧
- [Okular](https://okular.kde.org/) - Open-source universal document viewer for PDFs, eBooks, and more, developed by KDE. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Foxit PDF Reader](https://www.foxit.com/pdf-reader/) - Free, fast, and secure PDF viewer with annotation and form-filling features. 🪟
- [qpdfview](https://launchpad.net/qpdfview) - Tabbed document viewer for PDF, PostScript, and DjVu files. 🐧
- [Skim](https://skim-app.sourceforge.io/) - PDF reader and note-taker for macOS, designed for viewing and annotating PDFs. 🍎
- [Xournal++](https://xournalpp.github.io/) - Open-source handwriting and annotation tool for PDFs, perfect for note-taking. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [PDF Arranger](https://github.com/pdfarranger/pdfarranger) - Open-source PDF editor for splitting, merging, rotating, and reordering PDF documents. 🪟 🐧
- [PDF24](https://www.pdf24.org/en/) - Easy to use PDF tools. 🪟

## Download Managers

- [Free Download Manager](https://www.freedownloadmanager.org/) - Powerful modern download accelerator and organizer. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [JDownloader](https://jdownloader.org/) - Open-source download management tool with a huge community. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Games

- [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/) - Popular platform for buying, managing, and playing PC games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Epic Games Store](https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/) - Platform for downloading and playing games, including exclusives and free games. 🪟 🍎
- [Ubisoft Connect](https://ubisoftconnect.com/) - Game launcher and store for managing Ubisoft titles. 🪟 🍎
- [GOG Galaxy](https://www.gog.com/galaxy) - Game launcher and store with DRM-free games and cross-platform library management. 🪟 🍎
- [Battle.net](https://www.blizzard.com/en-us/apps/battle.net/desktop) - Platform for games like World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. 🪟 🍎
- [Origin](https://www.origin.com/) - Game launcher for managing and playing EA titles. 🪟 🍎
- [Xbox App](https://www.xbox.com/en-US/apps/xbox-app-for-pc) - Microsofts platform for accessing Xbox Game Pass and managing PC games. 🪟
- [Itch.io](https://itch.io/app) - Open marketplace for indie games with a dedicated desktop app. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Amazon Games](https://gaming.amazon.com/) - Platform for managing games from Amazon Prime Gaming. 🪟
- [Humble App](https://www.humblebundle.com/app) - Launcher for accessing games purchased through Humble Bundle. 🪟
- [Riot Client](https://www.riotgames.com/en) - Launcher for games like League of Legends, Valorant, and more. 🪟 🍎
- [Rockstar Games Launcher](https://socialclub.rockstargames.com/rockstar-games-launcher) - Platform for managing Rockstar titles like GTA and Red Dead Redemption. 🪟
- [Bethesda Launcher](https://bethesda.net/en/game/bethesda-launcher) - Launcher for games like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls series. 🪟
- [EA App](https://www.ea.com/ea-app) - Modern launcher alternative to Origin. 🪟
- [Playnite](https://playnite.link/) - Unified game library manager for multiple launchers. 🪟
- [Lutris](https://lutris.net/) - Open-source game manager for Linux with support for Windows games. 🐧
- [Heroic Games Launcher](https://heroicgameslauncher.com/) - Open-source launcher for Epic Games, Amazon games and GOG on Linux and Windows. 🪟 🐧
- [ProtonUp-Qt](https://github.com/DavidoTek/ProtonUp-Qt) - Tool for managing Proton and Wine compatibility layers for Steam and Linux games. 🐧
- [Porting Kit](https://www.portingkit.com/) - Install Windows Games inside your Mac. 🍎

### Cloud Gaming  

- [NVIDIA GeForce NOW](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce-now/) - Free tier for streaming supported games from the cloud. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Xbox Cloud Gaming](https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play) - Free trial with limited titles via the cloud. 🪟 🍎
- [Boosteroid](https://boosteroid.com/) - Free plan available for limited game streaming. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Antstream Arcade](https://www.antstream.com/) - Free tier with retro games playable via the cloud. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Mobile Emulators  

- [BlueStacks](https://www.bluestacks.com/) - Android emulator for playing mobile games on PC. 🪟 🍎
- [LDPlayer](https://www.ldplayer.net/) - Lightweight Android emulator for gaming on PC. 🪟
- [NoxPlayer](https://www.bignox.com/) - Android emulator optimized for mobile gaming on desktop. 🪟 🍎
- [MEmu Play](https://www.memuplay.com/) - Powerful Android emulator with excellent gaming support. 🪟
- [Genymotion](https://www.genymotion.com/) - Android emulator with advanced features for developers and gamers. 🪟 🍎
- [KoPlayer](https://koplayerpc.com/) - Android emulator optimized for gaming and streaming. 🪟
- [Andy](https://www.andyroid.net/) - Android emulator to run mobile games and apps on PC. 🪟 🍎

### Other Emulators

- [PPSSPP](https://www.ppsspp.org/) - PSP emulator for any OS. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Dolphin](https://dolphin-emu.org/) - GameCube and Wii emulator with high compatibility and performance. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [PCSX2](https://pcsx2.net/) - PlayStation 2 emulator with advanced features and compatibility for most games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [RPCS3](https://rpcs3.net/) - PlayStation 3 emulator that runs a large number of games with impressive performance. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Cemu](https://cemu.info/) - Wii U emulator that supports 4K resolution and impressive game compatibility. 🪟
- [MAME](https://www.mamedev.org/) - Arcade machine emulator with a massive library of supported games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [DOSBox](https://www.dosbox.com/) - DOS emulator designed for running old DOS games and applications. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ScummVM](https://www.scummvm.org/) - Emulator focused on classic point-and-click adventure games. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Citra](https://citra-emu.org/) - Nintendo 3DS emulator with great compatibility and performance. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OpenEmu](https://openemu.org/) - Multi-system emulator with a clean interface and support for a variety of retro systems. 🍎
- [xemu](https://xemu.app/) - Original Xbox emulator for playing classic Xbox games on modern systems. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [higan](https://higan.dev/) - Multi-system emulator with high accuracy, supporting consoles like SNES and GBA. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [DuckStation](https://github.com/stenzek/duckstation) - PlayStation 1 emulator with focus on speed, accuracy, and modern enhancements. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [PCSX-Redux](https://github.com/grumpycoders/pcsx-redux) - PlayStation 1 emulator aimed at advanced debugging and better game compatibility. 🪟 🐧
- [Mednafen](https://mednafen.github.io/) - Multi-system emulator with a focus on precision and compatibility. 🪟 🐧
- [MelonDS](https://melonds.kuribo64.net/) - Nintendo DS emulator with accurate performance and Wi-Fi support. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [BSNES](https://bsnes.dev/) - SNES emulator with cycle-accurate emulation for high compatibility. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Graphics Tools

- [GIMP](https://www.gimp.org/) - Versatile image editor for tasks like photo manipulation and graphic design. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Inkscape](https://inkscape.org/en/) - Vector graphics editor used for creating logos, illustrations, and more. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Krita](https://krita.org/) - Digital painting software designed for illustrators and concept artists. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Figma](https://www.figma.com/) - Collaborative interface design tool for building UI/UX projects. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Lunacy](https://icons8.com/lunacy) - Design tool offering collaboration features and built-in assets. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Paint.NET](https://www.getpaint.net/index.html) - Simple yet powerful image editor for quick edits and designs. 🪟
- [PhotoFiltre](https://www.photofiltre-studio.com/pf7-en.htm) - Complete image retouching program. 🪟
- [Aspect](https://aspect.bildhuus.com/) - Photo organizer with peer-to-peer synchronization for secure image storage. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [pngquant](https://pngquant.org/) - Command-line tool for compressing PNG images without losing quality. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Alchemy](http://al.chemy.org/) - Experimental drawing application focused on conceptual art creation. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Amadine](https://amadine.com) - Intuitive vector drawing app aimed at graphic designers. 🍎
- [Colorpicker](https://colorpicker.fr/) - Open-source color manipulation tool for picking and modifying colors. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Draw.io](https://github.com/jgraph/drawio-desktop) - Desktop app for creating diagrams and flowcharts. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [FontForge](http://fontforge.github.io/) - Open-source font editor for creating and modifying font files. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [inklet](https://tenonedesign.com/inklet.php) - Use your Mac's trackpad as a drawing board for creative work. 🍎
- [macSVG](https://macsvg.org/) - Design HTML5 SVG art and animations with this easy-to-use tool. 🍎
- [MagicaVoxel](https://ephtracy.github.io/) - Lightweight voxel editor and interactive path tracing renderer for 3D models. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Monodraw](http://monodraw.helftone.com) - ASCII art editor for creating and editing text-based drawings. 🍎
- [Paintbrush](http://paintbrush.sourceforge.net/) - Bitmap image editor with basic drawing tools and pixel-level manipulation. 🪟
- [Pencil2D](https://www.pencil2d.org) - Simple and intuitive tool for creating 2D hand-drawn animations. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Pixen](https://pixenapp.com/mac/) - Native pixel art and animation editor designed for macOS. 🍎

## 3D Modeling and Animation

- [Blender](https://www.blender.org/) - Open-source 3D creation tool supporting modeling, animation, rendering, video editing, and more. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Wings 3D](http://www.wings3d.com/) - Open-source 3D modeling software focusing on subdivision modeling. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [FreeCAD](https://www.freecadweb.org/) - Parametric 3D CAD modeler for designing real-life objects of any size. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [MakeHuman](https://static.makehumancommunity.org/makehuman.html) - Open-source 3D human modeler for creating realistic character models. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OpenSCAD](https://openscad.org/) - Script-based 3D CAD modeler for creating precise solid geometry. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Security

### Antivirus

- [Avast](https://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download) - Antivirus to help detect and isolate potential cyberthreats. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ClamAV](https://www.clamav.net/) - Open-source antivirus engine for detecting malware, viruses, and other threats. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [AVG Antivirus](https://www.avg.com/en-us/free-antivirus-download) - Free antivirus software to protect against viruses, malware, and spyware. 🪟 🍎
- [Bitdefender](https://www.bitdefender.com/solutions/free.html) - Lightweight and powerful antivirus for essential protection. 🪟 🍎
- [Malwarebytes Free](https://www.malwarebytes.com/) - Malware removal tool offering real-time protection and cleanup. 🪟 🍎

### Password Managers

- [Bitwarden](https://bitwarden.com/) - Password manager for securely storing, managing, and sharing sensitive online data. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [KeePass](https://keepass.info/) - Lightweight and open-source password manager for secure storage of passwords in encrypted databases. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [KeePassXC](https://keepassxc.org/) - Modern community fork of KeePass with cross-platform support and enhanced features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [LastPass](https://www.lastpass.com/) - Cloud-based password manager with secure password sharing and autofill features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [1Password](https://1password.com/) - Intuitive and secure password management tool for storing and organizing credentials. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Passbolt](https://www.passbolt.com/) - Open-source, team-oriented password manager for sharing and storing passwords securely. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [NordPass](https://nordpass.com/) - Secure password manager with autofill and password health insights. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [RoboForm](https://www.roboform.com/) - Password manager and form filler with multi-platform synchronization. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Image Viewers

- [Irfanview](https://www.irfanview.com/) - Simple image viewer with some editing abilities. 🪟
- [FlowVision](https://github.com/netdcy/FlowVision) - Waterfall-style image viewer. 🍎
- [qView](https://interversehq.com/qview/) - Visually minimal and space efficient. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [JPEGView](https://sourceforge.net/projects/jpegview/) - Lean, fast and highly configurable viewer/editor for JPEG, BMP, PNG, WEBP, TGA, GIF and TIFF images. 🪟
- [XnView](https://www.xnview.com/en/) - Image resizer, batch image converter. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Remote Access

- [AnyDesk](https://anydesk.com) - Remote access solution for multiple devices, providing fast and secure connections. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Moonlight](https://github.com/moonlight-stream/moonlight-qt) - Open-source GameStream client for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Steam Link. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Parsec](https://parsec.app) - High-performance remote desktop solution with 4k streaming at 60fps and low latency. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [RealVNC](https://www.realvnc.com) - Secure remote access for desktop and mobile devices. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [RoyalTSX](https://www.royalapps.com/ts/mac/features) - Remote access tool for IT professionals, supporting multiple protocols. 🍎
- [RustDesk](https://rustdesk.com/) - Open-source remote desktop software with a focus on simplicity and security. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Steam Link](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/steam-link/id1246969117) - Play your Steam games across devices using the Steam Link app. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Sunshine](https://github.com/LizardByte/Sunshine) - Open-source self-hosted game streaming server for use with Moonlight. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [TeamViewer](https://www.teamviewer.com/en) - Popular remote control software for desktop sharing and file transfer. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Windows Remote Desktop](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/windows-app/id1295203466) - Connect to remote PCs, virtual apps, and desktops with ease. 🪟
- [wmWebStack](https://webstack.wikimint.com) - Local server stack with one-click live publishing and remote device access. 🪟

## Text Editors

- [Notepad++](https://notepad-plus-plus.org/) - A free, open-source text editor with syntax highlighting and advanced editing features for developers. 🪟
- [Sublime Text](https://www.sublimetext.com/) - A fast and customizable text editor with support for a wide range of programming languages. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Visual Studio Code](https://code.visualstudio.com/) - A powerful and extensible code editor developed by Microsoft, featuring debugging, version control, and support for numerous languages. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Atom](https://atom.io/) - Hackable text editor with features like Git integration and an extensive plugin ecosystem. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Vim](https://www.vim.org/) - Highly configurable, command-line-based text editor that is especially favored by developers for its efficiency. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Emacs](https://www.gnu.org/software/emacs/) - A powerful, extensible text editor with a broad range of features and customization options. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Geany](https://www.geany.org/) - A lightweight, fast text editor that supports many programming languages, with a built-in terminal and project management features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Brackets](http://brackets.io/) - An open-source text editor focused on web development, with live preview and preprocessor support. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Notepad](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/notepad/) - A simple, no-frills text editor included in Windows for quick editing. 🪟
- [FluentEdit](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nwl9m9jpq36?hl=en-US&gl=BD) - Code editor based on fluent design and notepad. 🪟
- [Fastedit](https://github.com/FrozenAssassine/Fastedit) - Code editor that looks like notepad and has frost background. 🪟
- [Bluefish](https://bluefish.openoffice.org/) - A powerful text editor targeted at web developers, supporting various programming languages. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Aurora Editor](https://auroraeditor.com/) - A lightweight, fast code editor for macOS with a modern interface. 🍎
- [CodeEdit](https://www.codeedit.app/) - A free and open-source, lightweight native code editor for macOS. 🍎
- [CotEditor](https://coteditor.com) - A lightweight plain-text editor designed for macOS. 🍎
- [Emacs](https://www.emacswiki.org/emacs/EmacsFormacOS) - Popular Unix-based text editor for programmers and system administrators. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Haystack Editor](https://github.com/haystackeditor/haystack-editor) - Code editor with a canvas UI for better code understanding. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Helix](https://helix-editor.com/) - A post-modern modal text editor with extensibility and performance. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Lapce](https://lapce.dev/) - A fast, powerful code editor designed for modern workflows. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [LightTable](http://lighttable.com/) - Next-generation code editor focused on instant feedback. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [micro](https://micro-editor.github.io) - A modern, intuitive terminal-based text editor. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Neovim](https://github.com/neovim/neovim) - A modern, extensible terminal-based code editor. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Nova](https://nova.app/) - A fast, flexible, and beautiful native Mac code editor from Panic. 🍎
- [Plain Text Editor](https://sindresorhus.com/plain-text-editor) - A simple, distraction-free text editor for quick note-taking. 🍎
- [Sublime Text](http://www.sublimetext.com/3) - A popular, sleek editor with a plugin ecosystem for developers. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [SubEthaEdit](https://subethaedit.net/) - A collaborative text editor that allows real-time editing. 🍎
- [TextMate](https://macromates.com) - A versatile, flexible text editor for macOS with advanced features. 🍎
- [Tot](https://tot.rocks/) - A simple, elegant app for collecting and editing text snippets. 🍎
- [Vimr](http://vimr.org/) - A refined Vim experience designed for macOS. 🍎
- [Zed](https://zed.dev/) - A high-performance, multiplayer code editor from the creators of Atom. 🪟 🍎 🐧

## Video

- [FreeTube](https://freetubeapp.io/) - Private YouTube client with no ads. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Video Editors  

- [Shotcut](https://shotcut.org/) - Open-source video editor with a wide range of features. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OpenShot](https://www.openshot.org/) - Easy-to-use, open-source video editor with support for multiple video tracks. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [DaVinci Resolve](https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/) - Professional video editor with advanced color correction and effects. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Capcut Desktop](https://www.capcut.com/tools/desktop-video-editor) - Simple video editor with many builtin effects. 🪟 🍎
- [Kdenlive](https://kdenlive.org/en/) - Open-source video editor with multi-track editing and a powerful interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Lightworks](https://www.lwks.com/) - Professional video editor with advanced features for filmmaking. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [HitFilm Express](https://fxhome.com/product/hitfilm-express) - Feature-packed video editor with visual effects and compositing tools. 🪟 🍎
- [VSDC Free Video Editor](https://www.videosoftdev.com/free-video-editor) - Non-linear video editor with a rich set of editing tools. 🪟
- [Olive Video Editor](https://www.olivevideoeditor.org/) - Open-source non-linear video editor with powerful features and an intuitive interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Avidemux](https://avidemux.sourceforge.net/) - Video editor designed for simple cutting, filtering and encoding tasks. 🪟 🍎 🐧

### Video Players  

- [VLC Media Player](https://www.videolan.org/vlc/) - Open-source media player supporting almost all video formats. 🪟 🍎 🐧 
- [Kodi](https://kodi.tv/) - Open-source media center that allows you to play and view most videos, music, podcasts, and other digital media files. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Stremio](https://www.stremio.com/) - Provides a secure, modern and seamless entertainment experience. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ScreenBox](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9ntsnmsvcb5l?hl=en-US&gl=US) - Basically VLC but with a modern UI. 🪟
- [MPV](https://mpv.io/) - Open-source, cross-platform media player with a simple interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [KMPlayer](https://www.kmplayer.com/) - Media player supporting various video formats and streaming protocols. 🪟 🍎
- [PotPlayer](https://potplayer.daum.net/) - Feature-rich video player with advanced playback options. 🪟
- [MPC-HC](https://github.com/clsid2/mpc-hc) - Lightweight video player with support for all common formats. 🪟
- [GOM Player](https://www.gomlab.com/gomplayer-media-player/) - Popular media player with support for most video formats and customizable features. 🪟 🍎
- [RealPlayer](https://www.real.com/) - Versatile media player for playing videos and streaming. 🪟 🍎
- [Bomi Player](https://bomi-player.github.io/) - Advanced media player that supports a variety of video formats. 🐧
- [Clementine Player](https://www.clementine-player.org/) - Music and video player with a user-friendly interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ScreenToGif](https://www.screentogif.com/) - Screen recording software that allows you to capture GIFs and videos with customizable export options. 🪟
- [Videotape](https://usuaia.com/videotape) - Simple and minimalist video player for quick playback of local video files. 🪟
- [SMPlayer](https://sourceforge.net/projects/smplayer/) - Media player with the ability to remember playback settings and support for various video formats. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [IINA](https://iina.io/) - Open-source media player for macOS. Performs better than VLC. 🍎

### Video Streaming and Recording  

- [OBS Studio](https://obsproject.com/) - Open-source software for live streaming and video recording. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Streamlabs Desktop](https://streamlabs.com/) - Open-source streaming software with a customizable interface for live broadcasts. 🪟 🍎
- [Jitsi Meet](https://jitsi.org/jitsi-meet/) - Open-source video conferencing and streaming solution. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [XSplit Broadcaster](https://www.xsplit.com/) - Free live streaming and recording tool with advanced features. 🪟
- [Zoom](https://zoom.us/) - Video conferencing tool with live streaming capabilities. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Nginx RTMP](https://github.com/arut/nginx-rtmp-module) - Open-source media streaming server using NGINX. 🐧
- [Livestreamer](https://github.com/chrippa/livestreamer) - Command-line utility to stream video from various platforms. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Kaltura](https://kaltura.com/) - Open-source video streaming platform for creating and managing content. 🪟 🍎 🐧


### Video Converters and Compressors  

- [HandBrake](https://handbrake.fr/) - Open-source video transcoder for converting video formats. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [FFmpeg](https://ffmpeg.org/) - Command-line tool for video and audio processing with wide format support. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Any Video Converter](https://www.any-video-converter.com/) - Free video converter that supports multiple formats. 🪟 🍎
- [Format Factory](http://www.pcfreetime.com/formatfactory/) - Multifunctional converter supporting video, audio, and image formats. 🪟
- [Freemake Video Converter](https://www.freemake.com/free_video_converter/) - Easy-to-use video converter with format support for most devices. 🪟
- [XMedia Recode](https://www.xmedia-recode.de/en/) - All-in-one video and audio converter with wide format support. 🪟
- [Shutter Encoder](https://www.shutterencoder.com/) - Multi-functional media conversion tool for video, audio, and image formats with advanced processing options. 🪟 🍎
- [VidCoder](https://vidcoder.net/) - Open-source video transcoder based on HandBrake, with a user-friendly interface. 🪟 🍎
- [FastFlix](https://github.com/cdgriffith/FastFlix) - GUI for H.264, HEVC and AV1 hardware and software encoding. 🪟

## VPN and Proxy Tools

- [Tunnelblick](https://github.com/Tunnelblick/Tunnelblick) - Open-source OpenVPN client for macOS with a user-friendly interface. 🍎
- [Algo](https://github.com/trailofbits/algo) - Personal IPSEC VPN setup for secure cloud usage. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Cloudflare WARP](https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/connections/connect-devices/warp/download-warp/) - Fast, free VPN and DNS service to improve privacy and security. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ProtonVPN](https://protonvpn.com/) - Swiss-based high-speed VPN with enhanced privacy protections. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [SpechtLite](https://github.com/zhuhaow/SpechtLite) - Open-source simplified rule-based proxy tool for macOS. 🍎
- [Specht](https://github.com/zhuhaow/Specht) - Open-source rule-based proxy app for macOS using Network Extension. 🍎
- [Twingate](https://www.twingate.com/) - Zero trust network access solution for secure private network connections. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [ShadowsocksX-NG](https://github.com/shadowsocks/ShadowsocksX-NG) - Open-source modern Shadowsocks client with enhanced features for macOS. 🍎
- [rvc-mac](https://github.com/riboseinc/cryptode-mac) - Open-source Ribose VPN Client for macOS, providing secure VPN connections. 🍎
- [WireGuard](https://www.wireguard.com/) - Fast, modern, and secure VPN tunnel protocol designed for simplicity and performance. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Proxifier](https://www.proxifier.com/) - Windows-based proxy client that allows network applications to connect via a proxy server. 🪟
- [Psiphon](https://psiphon.ca/) - Free VPN and proxy tool designed to bypass censorship. 🪟 🍎
- [Lantern](https://getlantern.org/) - Free internet freedom tool that bypasses network restrictions. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [OpenVPN](https://openvpn.net/community-downloads/) - Open-source VPN solution for secure internet connections. 🪟
- [SoftEther VPN](https://www.softether.org/) - Free, open-source VPN software with multiple protocol support. 🪟

## Utility

- [PowerToys](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/powertoys/) - Collection of utilities including tools for file renaming, bulk resizing, and a quick launcher to enhance Windows productivity. 🪟
- [AutoHotkey](https://www.autohotkey.com/) - Powerful scripting language for automating tasks and creating custom keyboard shortcuts. 🪟
- [Nirsoft](https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/index.html) - Collection of utility softwares. 🪟
- [yt-dlp](https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp) - Feature-rich command-line audio/video downloader. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Fan Control](https://getfancontrol.com/) - Highly focused fan controlling software. 🪟
- [SpeedCrunch](https://heldercorreia.bitbucket.io/speedcrunch/) - High-precision scientific calculator featuring a fast, keyboard-driven user interface. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [LocalSend](https://localsend.org/) - Share files to nearby devices. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Advanced IP Scanner](https://www.advanced-ip-scanner.com/) - Reliable and free network scanner to analyze LAN. 🪟
- [PuTTY](https://www.putty.org/) - SSH and telnet client for Windows. 🪟
- [Legacy Update](https://legacyupdate.net/) - Software to install all relevant updates necessary to fix access to the Windows Update service on unsupported versions. 🪟
- [Twinkle Tray](https://twinkletray.com/) - Easily manage the brightness levels of multiple monitors. 🪟
- [Rocket](https://matthewpalmer.net/rocket/) - Type emojis using colon (:) anywhere. 🍎

### Clipboard Management

- [Ditto](https://ditto-cp.sourceforge.io/) - Extension to the standard Windows clipboard that provides advanced functionality. 🪟
- [Clipy](https://clipy-app.com/) - Lightweight and open-source clipboard manager for macOS. 🍎
- [CopyQ](https://hluk.github.io/CopyQ/) - Advanced clipboard manager with editing and scripting capabilities. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Maccy](https://maccy.app/) - Simple, lightweight, and open-source clipboard manager for macOS. 🍎
- [ClipAngel](https://sourceforge.net/projects/clip-angel/) - Powerful clipboard manager with rich text, HTML, and image support for Windows. 🪟
- [Parcellite](https://parcellite.sourceforge.io/) - Lightweight clipboard manager for Linux with basic functionality. 🐧
- [Diodon](https://github.com/diodon-dev/diodon) - Simple and lightweight clipboard manager for Linux. 🐧
- [Clipboard Fusion](https://www.clipboardfusion.com/) - Feature-rich clipboard manager for organizing and transforming clipboard data. 🪟 🍎

### Metadata

- [ExifTool](https://exiftool.org/) - Powerful command-line application for reading, writing, and editing meta information in image, audio, and video files. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [PhotoME](https://www.photome.de/) - An EXIF and metadata viewer for photos, with some editing capabilities. 🪟
- [Metadata++](https://metadata.en.softonic.com/) - Allows for viewing, editing, and removing metadata from photos and files. 🪟

### Window Management

- [AltSnap](https://github.com/RamonUnch/AltSnap) - A lightweight window management tool for snapping windows to predefined positions using keyboard shortcuts. 🪟
- [AquaSnap](https://www.nurgo-software.com/products/aquasnap) - Enhances window management with docking, snapping, and stretching features for Windows. 🪟
- [Rectangle](https://rectangleapp.com/) - A simple and efficient window manager for macOS that allows easy window snapping and resizing using keyboard shortcuts. 🍎
- [Magnet](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/magnet/id441258766?mt=12) - A popular macOS app for snapping windows into organized tiles with keyboard shortcuts. 🍎
- [i3](https://i3wm.org/) - A tiling window manager for Linux that provides powerful keyboard-driven window management. 🐧
- [XMonad](https://xmonad.org/) - A highly customizable tiling window manager for X11 (Linux). 🐧
- [FancyZones](https://github.com/microsoft/PowerToys) - A feature of PowerToys that helps with window snapping and arranging for multi-monitor setups in Windows. 🪟
- [Sway](https://github.com/swaywm/sway) - A tiling Wayland compositor for Linux, similar to i3, designed for use with Wayland. 🐧
- [KWin](https://kde.org/plasma-desktop) - A powerful window manager for KDE that supports tiling and a range of window management features for Linux. 🐧
- [OnTopReplica](https://github.com/LorenzCK/OnTopReplica) - A simple app to display a portion of your screen on top of other windows. 🪟
- [KDE Mover-Sizer](https://corz.org/windows/software/accessories/KDE-resizing-moving-for-Windows.php#section-Download) - Application that emulates the behaviour of KDE. 🪟
- [GlazeWM](https://github.com/glzr-io/glazewm) - Tiling window manager inspired by i3wm. 🪟

### File Management

- [Everything](https://www.voidtools.com/) - Lightning-fast file and folder search tool that indexes your entire Windows file system for instant access. 🪟
- [Files](https://github.com/files-community/Files) - Modern file manager that helps users organize their files and folders. 🪟
- [Double Commander](https://doublecmd.sourceforge.io/) - Dual-pane file manager with extensive functionality like tabbed browsing, built-in text editor, and advanced search. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Xftp 7](https://www.netsarang.com/en/xftp/) - Lightweight and flexible SFTP/FTP client with advanced features for efficient file transfers. 🪟
- [FileZilla](https://filezilla-project.org/) - Fast and reliable FTP, FTPS, and SFTP client for managing remote files. 🪟 🍎 🐧
- [Q-Dir](https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Freeware/Q-Dir) - Multi-pane file manager offering up to four directory views simultaneously for enhanced productivity. 🪟
- [WinSCP](https://winscp.net/) - Open-source SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, and SCP client with a user-friendly interface. 🪟
- [Far Manager](https://www.farmanager.com/) - Program for managing files and archives in Windows. 🪟
- [Free Commander](https://freecommander.com/en/summary/) - Alternative to the standard windows file manager. 🪟

### Screenshot

- [Greenshot](https://getgreenshot.org/) - Open-source screenshot tool for Windows that allows capturing, annotating, and editing screenshots. 🪟
- [ShareX](https://getsharex.com/) - Powerful, open-source screenshot and screen recording tool with advanced editing options. 🪟
- [Flameshot](https://flameshot.org/) - Customizable screenshot tool with an easy-to-use interface and built-in editor. 🐧 🪟 🍎
- [Lightshot](https://app.prntscr.com/en/index.html) - A fast and intuitive screenshot tool that allows capturing and editing images instantly. 🪟 🍎
- [Shutter](https://launchpad.net/shutter) - Feature-rich screenshot tool for Linux with an integrated editor for quick annotations. 🐧
- [Capter](https://github.com/decipher3114/Capter) - Super simple screenshot tool. 🪟 🍎
- [Monosnap](https://monosnap.com/) - Simple screenshot tool that includes cloud integration for easy sharing. 🪟 🍎

### Space Visualizer

- [SpaceSniffer](http://www.uderzo.it/main_products/space_sniffer/) - Visual disk space analyzer that helps identify large files and folders with an intuitive tree map. 🪟
- [WizTree](https://diskanalyzer.com/) - Fast disk space analyzer that scans drives and shows file size distribution. 🪟
- [TreeSize Free](https://www.jam-software.com/treesize_free) - Visualizes disk space usage in a tree-like structure for easy file management. 🪟
- [DiskSavvy](https://www.disksavvy.com/) - Disk space analyzer with various reporting and filtering options. 🪟
- [JDiskReport](http://www.jgoodies.com/freeware/jdiskreport/) - Tool for visualizing disk usage with a variety of charts and graphs. 🪟 🐧
- [Filelight](https://www.kde.org/applications/utilities/org.kde.filelight) - Disk usage analyzer for Linux with a circular sunburst chart to visualize file system space usage. 🪟 🍎 🐧
