Chrono is a lightweight, keyboard-first issue tracking and project management platform built for modern engineering teams.
Features:
- Low-memory standalone desktop runtime powered by Tauri 2 and WebView2 (under 45 MB idle RAM).
- Offline-first architecture with local SQLite database and background Supabase cloud sync.
- Native Model Context Protocol (MCP) server integration for automated AI agents and workflows.
- Interactive onboarding tour, global shortcuts, and custom desktop installer.
Publisher’s description
What is Chrono?
Chrono is an open-source notes & to-do program for Windows from Cristiano.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 1809 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Chrono is an open-source notes & to-do tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Chrono 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:
48D799954840C9B6E0C2641A638A10F06287CCC071993039E5954ADA68B01C7E· 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0.0Latest | October 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Cristiano.Chrono -eChrono_2.0.0_x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Cristiano
- Category
- Notes & to-do
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1809+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 2.0.0
- Released
- October 5, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- November 12, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Cristiano.Chrono
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chrono free?
Yes. Chrono is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Chrono 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 Chrono 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 Chrono be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does Chrono support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1809 or newer and is available for 64-bit.
Does Chrono run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Can I use Chrono without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Chrono?
Obsidian, Logseq, QOwnNotes, Evernote and Super Productivity. The alternatives page compares them.
