A privacy minded and highly configurable Discord client
Publisher’s description
What is GoofCord?
GoofCord by MilkShift is open-source Windows software in the chat & messaging category. It is written in TypeScript. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit and ARM64 Windows. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.3.1, released on October 1, 2026. The version history goes back to June 5, 2024: 29 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 12 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (Milkshiift/GoofCord) has 1,008 stars. Similar programs include Signal, Discord and Telegram Desktop.
Project description on GitHub: “:shield: Take control of your Discord experience with GoofCord – a highly configurable and privacy minded discord client.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 12 a year)
- Also runs on Linux
In short: GoofCord is an open-source chat & messaging tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Key features
- With Privacy in mind: GoofCord blocks as much tracking as possible and uses multiple techniques like message encryption to improve your privacy and security. Learn more on the GitHub wiki
- Fast and Performant: Noticeable speed and responsiveness improvement compared to the official client.
- Standalone: GoofCord is a standalone client, not reliant on the original Discord client in any way.
- Plugins & Themes support: Easily use client mods like Vencord, Equicord or Shelter for plugins and themes.
- Global Keybinds: Set up keybinds and use them across the system.
Is GoofCord 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:
CCE12EBC70F2DDA439523625687DEBAB45A53CAB4E4E80A7FB15341C472EBB94· 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 29 versions ›29 versions over 2 years · about 12 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3.1Latest | October 1, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.3.0 | July 10, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.2 | July 10, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.1 | April 25, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.0 | April 9, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.1.1 | March 6, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.1.0 | March 4, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.0.1 | January 17, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id MilkShift.GoofCord -escoop install extras/goofcordGoofCord-Setup-x64.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub io.github.milkshiift.GoofCordInformation
- Publisher
- MilkShift
- Category
- Chat & messaging
- Licence
- OSL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Milkshiift/GoofCord
- Written in
- TypeScript
- Content rating
- 15+
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- 2.3.1
- Released
- October 1, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- June 5, 2024
- Versions listed
- 29
- Updates / year
- 12.5
- GitHub stars
- 1,008
- GitHub forks
- 29
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- MilkShift.GoofCord
- Scoop package
- extras/goofcord
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Frequently asked questions
Is GoofCord free?
Yes. GoofCord is open-source software under the OSL-3.0 licence.
Is GoofCord 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 GoofCord 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 GoofCord be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does GoofCord run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of GoofCord?
The versions page lists all 29 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 5, 2024.
What are alternatives to GoofCord?
Signal, Discord, Telegram Desktop, Slack and Rocket.Chat. The alternatives page compares them.
