Desktop environment

Available for Windows

CrackOS™

A complete CrackMac desktop over Windows, with real files, a native terminal and focused everyday tools.

Version2.2.0Runs onWindows 10 or 11PriceFree

Get it through the launcher →More about it ↓

CrackOSAvailable for Windows

What it is

CrackOS turns a Windows PC into a distinct CrackMac desktop.

Sign in, manage real files, browse with CrackNet, run native terminal sessions and use built-in tools for notes, editing, music, system monitoring, screenshots and settings.

What it does

Everything CrackOS can do.

10 features as of version 2.2.0, grouped by what you want to do. What changed lately →

The desktop

A CrackMac desktop for WindowsFull screen and borderless, with its own sign-in, lock screen and boot sequence. It runs on Windows; it is not a separate operating system.
Windows and workspacesTaskbar, window snapping, pinning, Alt + Tab and four workspaces (Ctrl + Alt + 1 to 4).
Command paletteCtrl + K to find apps and actions.
Living Island wallpaper NewDay, dusk and night from your PC's clock.

Apps that work today

FilesReal file browsing, search, copy, move, rename, recycle bin and open with Windows.
Code Editor and TerminalEdit real text files; PowerShell, Command Prompt and Git Bash sessions.
CrackNetWeb browsing in an embedded browser.
RelayPacks real files and folders into parcels the CrackRelay app also opens.Since 2.1.2
Everyday appsScreenshot, System Monitor, Notes, Music, Calculator, Clock and Settings.

Previews

Clearly labelledAudio, Network, Power, Software and CrackBridge show sample data and say so in their window.Since 2.1.1

Patch notes

What changed lately.

The latest releases of CrackOS. Every release →

2.2.0Living Island wallpaper29 September 20261 New

New
A Living Island wallpaper with day, dusk and night from your PC's clock.

2.1.2Relay parcels27 September 20261 New1 Fixed

New
Relay reads and writes the standard CrackRelay parcel format, with real files and folders from disk.
Fixed
The desktop subtitle no longer wraps.

2.1.1Honesty release27 September 20261 Removed1 Changed1 Privacy

Removed
Vault, which only had sample entries; the app now says why it is unavailable.
Changed
Apps that are previews say so; CrackOS is described as a desktop environment, not an operating system.
Privacy
Sample data that contained a real email address is gone.

Screenshots

Inside CrackOS.

Before you start

What you need.

Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit

4 GB RAM minimum; 8 GB recommended

Approximately 500 MB application storage

Some terminal capabilities depend on local Windows tools

Updates Install and update through the CrackMac Launcher, which shows when a newer version is available.

Files Opens and saves Relay parcel.

Available now

Version 2.2.0

Download the CrackMac launcher to get CrackOS.