desktop
About desktop
GitHub Desktop is an open-source application designed to simplify Git workflows. Built on Electron and written in TypeScript, it provides a graphical interface for managing GitHub repositories. The tool aims to help users focus on their work rather than navigating complex Git commands.
GitHub Desktop is available for macOS and Windows, with community-supported options for Linux. It offers both stable releases and a beta channel for early access to new features and fixes. The application integrates with GitHub repositories and supports common Git operations through an intuitive interface.
Key features
- Graphical interface for Git operations
- Integration with GitHub repositories
- Support for macOS and Windows platforms
- Beta channel for early access to features
- Community-supported Linux installers
- Open-source and MIT licensed
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Jul 8, 2026Frequently asked questions
- Is desktop free?
- Yes. desktop is free and open-source software, distributed under the MIT license.
- Which platforms does desktop support?
- desktop provides downloads for Windows.
- What is the latest version of desktop?
- The latest version is release-3.6.2, released on Jul 1, 2026.
- What platforms does GitHub Desktop support?
- GitHub Desktop officially supports macOS and Windows. Linux users can find community-supported installers through forks of the project.
- How can I install GitHub Desktop?
- Official installers for macOS and Windows are available on the GitHub Desktop website. Linux users can use community-supported package managers or forks.
- Is GitHub Desktop open source?
- Yes, GitHub Desktop is open source and licensed under the MIT License.
- Can I contribute to GitHub Desktop?
- Contributions are welcome. The project provides a CONTRIBUTING.md document and a list of 'help wanted' issues for those interested in contributing.
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