BuffMyBar is a native Windows 11 desktop bar (WPF / .NET 8) inspired by the flexibility of Linux bars like Waybar and Polybar. Multi-monitor, follows the Windows theme, with clock, weather, media, network, Bluetooth, battery, volume, an audio visualizer and OBS integration.
Publisher’s description
What is BuffMyBar?
BuffMyBar is an open-source program for Windows from IneedABUFF. It is written in C#.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 0.9.2, released on August 25, 2026. 2 versions are listed since July 28, 2026, each with links to its own installer files.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: BuffMyBar is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is BuffMyBar safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
B8FC866FECC9C903B7429063B6989DEB12E901A5BCEDF74F435FF3AEB4D44CCF· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9.2Latest | August 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 0.9.1 | July 28, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id IneedABUFF.BuffMyBar -eBuffmybar-W26.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- IneedABUFF
- Licence
- WTFPL
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/maranda-dev/BuffMyBar-W26
- Written in
- C#
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 0.9.2
- Released
- August 25, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 28, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- IneedABUFF.BuffMyBar
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Frequently asked questions
Is BuffMyBar free?
Yes. BuffMyBar is open-source software under the WTFPL licence.
Is BuffMyBar safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install BuffMyBar with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can BuffMyBar be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does BuffMyBar run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of BuffMyBar?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 28, 2026.
Can I use BuffMyBar without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.