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GitHub Desktop

A desktop application intended to simplify working with Git and GitHub repositories, available for Windows and macOS.

Developer: GitHub, Inc.Platforms: Windows, macOSOpen source: YesFree plan: AvailableFree trial: Not listedLast checked: 2026-10-10

Main capabilities

Git repository workflowcommit and branch interfaceGitHub repository integration

The official download page lists Windows and macOS; it does not list a native Linux build. It is a GitHub-focused client, not a substitute for Git hosting.

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Core product metadata was checked against official sources on 2026-10-10.

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