HideDesktopApps is a lightweight Windows system tray utility that lets you
instantly hide and show desktop icons, the taskbar, and all open application
windows using configurable global hotkeys. Useful for ricing, revealing a
wallpaper, screen sharing, or cleaning up the desktop for a presentation.
Written in Rust as a single native binary with no runtime dependency.
Publisher’s description
What is HideDesktopApps?
HideDesktopApps is an open-source customisation program for Windows from Londopy.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 1903 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
In short: HideDesktopApps is an open-source customisation tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is HideDesktopApps 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:
82D159E053978ADE4C7E121CF5659AEB6F0EACC25D9CE140A55E4DCA3BC99F65· 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2.4Latest | October 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)ARM64 EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Londopy.HideDesktopApps -eHideDesktopApps-v1.2.4-x64-setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Londopy
- Category
- Customisation
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1903+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 1.2.4
- Released
- October 2, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 30, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Londopy.HideDesktopApps
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Frequently asked questions
Is HideDesktopApps free?
Yes. HideDesktopApps is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is HideDesktopApps 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 HideDesktopApps 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 HideDesktopApps be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does HideDesktopApps support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1903 or newer and is available for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit.
Does HideDesktopApps run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Can I use HideDesktopApps without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to HideDesktopApps?
PowerToys, Scribus, Mattermost, Rainmeter and TranslucentTB. The alternatives page compares them.
