Open Source Desktop Apps
Discover 162 open source Desktop App repositories from GitHub, each with an analysis of what it does, key features, use cases and alternatives. Desktop App projects here are most often combined with Cross Platform, TypeScript and Privacy. Last updated October 5, 2026.
162 repositories · updated October 5, 2026

kanri: Manage Kanban Boards Offline on Desktop
Kanri is a desktop Kanban app for organizing work without an account or internet connection. It suits people who want a simple, locally stored board on Windows, macOS, or Linux, with import and export options for backups and Trello data.

DeepFaceLive: Real-Time Face Swapping for Video
DeepFaceLive is a Windows desktop app for swapping faces from a webcam or video in real time, and for animating a still face image. It targets streamers and video-call users with a compatible GPU.

Vividl: Download and Convert Online Videos on Windows
Vividl is a Windows desktop app that uses yt-dlp or youtube-dl to download videos from supported websites. Choose formats, convert video or extract audio, and manage multiple downloads in a graphical interface.

antares: Manage SQL Databases with a Desktop Client
Antares is a cross-platform SQL desktop client for developers who want database management and query editing in one workspace. It supports MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite, and Firebird, with releases for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Cap: Record, Edit, and Share Screen Videos
Cap is a screen-recording tool for individuals and teams who want to share product walkthroughs, bug reports, and updates without another meeting. It combines desktop recording and editing with share pages, collaboration features, and self-hosting options.

SurfSense: Create Source-Grounded Briefings from Local Documents
SurfSense is a desktop research assistant that indexes documents on your machine, answers questions with citations, and generates study and work materials. It suits users who need document analysis without uploading their files to a hosted service.