Freeware Catalog: free software for Windows, macOS and Linux
Good software.
Great possibilities.
For the things you love to make.
And the things you need to get done.
A place on your desktop.
Chosen by catalogue visitors. With room for new discoveries.
CopyQ
Keep a searchable clipboard history of text, HTML and images in customisable tabs, with global shortcuts, ignore rules and scriptable commands.
XnView MP
Free multi-format photo viewer, organiser and batch converter for Windows, macOS and Linux with metadata, ICC and 500-plus format support.
ScreenToGif
ScreenToGif records a screen region, window, webcam or sketch board on Windows and opens the capture in a frame-by-frame editor for trimming and export.
CrystalDiskInfo
A storage health monitor that reads S.M.A.R.T. data from HDDs, SSDs and USB drives, showing temperature, power-on hours, error counts and wear level.
ZLogin Antidetect Browser
A Windows browser-profile manager with separate sessions, configurable fingerprint settings and per-profile proxies. The free plan includes two profiles.
PuTTY
A Windows terminal client for SSH, serial, Telnet, and other remote session protocols.
Mozilla Firefox
Mozilla's free, open-source web browser, with tracking protection switched on, extensions and Sync across devices.
CalendarTask
A transparent Windows desktop calendar for notes, recurring tasks and reminders, with a free personal-use tier and optional paid synchronisation features.
How we order apps
Popularity reflects interest in this catalogue, not a review or a safety rating. We count installer transfer starts and visits to official download websites or web apps equally. We cannot confirm downloads completed on another website.
The last 30 days inform the order, with recent activity carrying more weight. Repeat actions count once per app and UTC day, using a protected network fingerprint where available, or an anonymous browser identifier. Shared networks may be undercounted. Known bots, privacy opt-outs and unusually broad activity are excluded.
Discovery gives some earlier positions to new and less-seen apps. Popularity keeps the strict interest order; A–Z lets you browse by name. Lists update hourly, show the same order to everyone, and retain an editorial fallback when data is unavailable. No paid placement is included.
Find your kind of useful.
Thoughtful combinations for whatever comes next.
Freshly updated.
New versions and the latest additions to the catalogue.
Novastart
A canvas-based workspace for arranging apps and files visually. Its free plan limits workspace size; AI agents and team collaboration cost extra.
OfficeDex
A desktop editor for DOCX documents, XLSX spreadsheets and PPTX presentations, with free manual editing after sign-in and optional AI assistance.
DskManager
A Windows desktop organiser that groups icons into zones and offers compact list views for keeping shortcuts and files easier to scan.
Gamepad Bench
A free browser gamepad tester for checking buttons, sticks, triggers and supported vibration, with local measurements and shareable summary reports.
Liveify
Browser tools for GIF, still-image and HEIC conversions, with separate paid AI features and an iPhone app for saving video or GIF as a Live Photo.
Time Overlay
A browser-based countdown overlay generator that exports transparent timer assets for editing and streaming, with optional paid templates and export upgrades.
Random Topic Generator
A free browser toolkit for choosing conversation topics, writing prompts and speaking exercises from a curated topic library.
Mole CLI
A free terminal toolkit for reviewing disk use, clearing caches, removing apps and monitoring system activity, with separate platform-specific branches.
ZLogin Antidetect Browser
A Windows browser-profile manager with separate sessions, configurable fingerprint settings and per-profile proxies. The free plan includes two profiles.
Mousetroke
Free, open-source mouse gestures with custom actions, per-app rules and screen corners. Portable Windows EXE; a separate macOS beta is available.
VideoTextRemover
A cloud-based video editor for removing burned-in subtitles and on-screen text, with a monthly free allowance for eligible Google-signed-in accounts.
MacClean
A macOS storage cleaner for reviewing chat media, app caches, large files and developer data before choosing what to remove.
What’s on your to-do list?
A whole catalog of possibilities, organised around you.
Made for your setup
Find apps for Windows, macOS and Linux. See compatibility before you download.
Know what you’re getting
See the licence and supported platforms in every listing. Choose what works for you.
Straight to the source
Download links take you to the developer’s website. No download wrappers.
A little clarity.
Before you click.
Freeware, open source, free tiers.
Let’s make sense of the differences.
What is freeware?
Freeware is software offered without an upfront charge. Its publisher still controls the licence, so permitted use, redistribution and support can vary. See What Is Freeware? for the distinctions.
Is freeware safe?
Price and licence do not establish safety. Prefer the publisher's documented download location, confirm the domain and publisher, and review any installer screens. Keep your operating system and security software current.
How is freeware different from open source?
Freeware is about price; open source is about the license of the code. Open source programs are always freeware, but freeware can be closed source. Open source adds a practical benefit: independent builds and audits keep the program honest.
Do freeware programs expire?
Not necessarily. Some products are distributed free of charge without an expiry date; others offer a limited free tier or a time-limited evaluation. Read the publisher's current terms rather than relying on the word "free".
How do I avoid bundled installers?
Download from the official site, choose "Custom/Advanced" install when offered, and uncheck any additional offers. All links in this catalog lead to official download pages to make that easy.