KernRift is a zero-dependency self-hosted compiler. The package installs two portable command-line tools — krc (the compiler) and kr (the fat-binary runner). It compiles to native x86_64 and ARM64 binaries for Linux, Windows, macOS, and Android. The compiler is written entirely in KernRift itself and produces ELF, PE, Mach-O, and fat binaries.
Publisher’s description
What is KernRift?
KernRift by Pantelis Christou is open-source Windows software in the languages & sdks category. It is written in Shell.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit and ARM64 Windows. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is v2.10.0, released on August 14, 2026. The version history goes back to April 16, 2026: 26 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (Heniokhos-Systems/KernRift) has 2 stars. On Windows it registers 1 file type, including .kr. Similar programs include Go Programming Language, LLVM and CMake.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Portable: runs without installation
In short: KernRift is an open-source languages & sdk tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs.
Is KernRift 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:
D7C924D2EA52E131A15AD74559BEDC22CCB49406B921ADB9A1FD770C0159B57C· 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 26 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| v2.10.0Latest | August 14, 2026 | — | ARM64 ZIP64-bit ZIP |
| v2.9.0 | August 6, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
| v2.8.33 | July 28, 2026 | — | ARM64 ZIP64-bit ZIP |
| v2.8.32 | July 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
| v2.8.31 | July 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
| v2.8.30 | July 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
| v2.8.29 | July 24, 2026 | — | ARM64 ZIP64-bit ZIP |
| v2.8.28 | July 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Pantelis23.KernRift -eProgram files (.exe): kr.exe, krc.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Pantelis Christou
- Category
- Languages & SDKs
- Licence
- Apache-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Heniokhos-Systems/KernRift
- Written in
- Shell
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- v2.10.0
- Released
- August 14, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 15, 2026
- Versions listed
- 26
- GitHub stars
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Pantelis23.KernRift
File types it opens (1)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is KernRift free?
Yes. KernRift is open-source software under the Apache-2.0 licence.
Is KernRift 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 KernRift 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.
Does KernRift run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of KernRift?
The versions page lists all 26 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 16, 2026.
Can I use KernRift without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to KernRift?
Go Programming Language, LLVM, CMake, Deno and Yarn. The alternatives page compares them.
