Karing is a singbox GUI based on flutter. It features
- Compatible with Clash, V2ray/V2fly, Sing-box, Shadowsocks, Sub, Github Subscriptions.
- Full clash config supported, Partial clash.meta config supported.
- A set of routing rules applied to multiple subscription sources automatically selects efficient nodes.
- Supports custom routing rule groups and node groups.
- Customizes default routing rule groups for novice users - ready to use right out of the box.
- Built-in geo-IP, geo-site, ACL, and other rulesets
- Backup and synchronization, synchronizing multiple devices with a single configuration.
- Supports iCloud synchronization [IOS/MacOS].
- Supports synchronization within the local area network.
- Supports WebDAV.
- Supports importing/exporting ZIP files.
- Built-in support for the modified sing-box core.
- Introduces a beginner mode for simpler configuration.
- Plan to support more platforms.
Publisher’s description
What is Karing?
Karing by Supernova Nebula LLC is open-source Windows software in the vpn & proxy category. It is written in Dart.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.2.25+2802, released on September 10, 2026. The version history goes back to January 8, 2026: 22 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (KaringX/karing) has 15,650 stars. Similar programs include OpenVPN, nginx and Tailscale.
Project description on GitHub: “Simple & Powerful proxy utility, Support routing rules for clash/sing-box”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
- Large user base
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Karing is an open-source vpn & proxy tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Karing 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:
B94AC8B8CE4BCFD6229C81D684367AC546434DAB790DC4BE148696C6CA24018F· 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 22 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2.25+2802Latest | September 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.24+2709 | September 1, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.23+2606 | August 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.22+2502 | July 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.21+2409 | July 7, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.21+2408 | July 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.21+2407 | July 3, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.2.21+2406 | July 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id KaringX.Karing -escoop install extras/karingkaring_1.2.25.2802_windows_x64.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask karingInformation
- Publisher
- Supernova Nebula LLC
- Category
- VPN & proxy
- Licence
- GPL-3.0-or-later
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/KaringX/karing
- Written in
- Dart
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 1.2.25+2802
- Released
- September 10, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 20, 2026
- Versions listed
- 22
- GitHub stars
- 15,650
- GitHub forks
- 1,296
- Website
- karing.app
- winget ID
- KaringX.Karing
- Scoop package
- extras/karing
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Karing free?
Yes. Karing is open-source software under the GPL-3.0-or-later licence.
Is Karing 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 Karing 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 Karing be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Karing 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 Karing?
The versions page lists all 22 versions with links to their official installer files, back to January 8, 2026.
What are alternatives to Karing?
OpenVPN, nginx, Tailscale, Proton VPN and Windscribe. The alternatives page compares them.
