GitPulse sits in the corner of your screen watching a list of GitHub repositories.
When new commits land on any of them, its dot turns red and tells you how many
commits you are behind. Click Pull and it fast-forwards your local clone, after
verifying the folder really is a clone of that repository. When everything is in
sync it stays green and silent.
Publisher’s description
What is GitPulse?
GitPulse is an open-source version control program for Windows from XxDoomsdayxX. It is written in JavaScript.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). 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 1.1.0, released on July 23, 2026. 3 versions are listed since May 11, 2026, each with links to its own installer files.
Project description on GitHub: “Always-on-top Windows widget that tells you when your GitHub repos are ahead of your local clone — and pulls them in one click.”
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: GitPulse is an open-source version control tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is GitPulse 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:
A95BE55D509AE0285D3CF403726D836F4AF7E1E3C5206FE775D62EDE130D019A· 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 3 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1.0Latest | July 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.0.1 | May 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.0.0 | May 11, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id XxDoomsdayxX.GitPulse -eGitPulse-Setup-1.1.0.exe /Smsiexec /x {B137BD44-493A-51BB-B872-FE5FC39866CD} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- XxDoomsdayxX
- Category
- Version control
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/XxDoomsdayxX/GitPulse
- Written in
- JavaScript
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.1.0
- Released
- July 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 8, 2026
- Versions listed
- 3
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- XxDoomsdayxX.GitPulse
- MSI product code
- {b137bd44-493a-51bb-b872-fe5fc39866cd}
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Frequently asked questions
Is GitPulse free?
Yes. GitPulse is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is GitPulse 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 GitPulse 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 GitPulse be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does GitPulse 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 GitPulse?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to May 11, 2026.
Can I use GitPulse without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to GitPulse?
GitHub CLI, Git, GitTools GitVersion, Git Extensions and GitButler. The alternatives page compares them.
