Local-first desktop writing app for long-form fiction.
Publisher’s description
What is Linetta?
Linetta is an open-source customisation program for Windows from devlikebear. It is written in Go.
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 1.6.0, released on October 11, 2026. 3 versions are listed since October 5, 2026, each with links to its own installer files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (devlikebear/linetta) has 4 stars. Similar programs include PowerToys, Scribus and Mattermost.
Project description on GitHub: “Local-first writing studio for long-form fiction and web serials. Tauri + Go + SQLite, BYOK AI, local MCP.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Linetta is an open-source customisation tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Linetta 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:
42D31799A4A3FB9F36FE51401F9DED780C00CE77250C3BE13DA9898B4C5D49B3· 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6.0Latest | October 11, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.0 | October 9, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.0.0 | October 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Devlikebear.Linetta -eLinetta_1.6.0_x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- devlikebear
- Category
- Customisation
- Licence
- AGPL-3.0-only
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/devlikebear/linetta
- Written in
- Go
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.6.0
- Released
- October 11, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 5, 2026
- Versions listed
- 3
- GitHub stars
- 4
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Devlikebear.Linetta
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Linetta free?
Yes. Linetta is open-source software under the AGPL-3.0-only licence.
Is Linetta 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 Linetta 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 Linetta be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Linetta 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 Linetta?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 5, 2026.
Can I use Linetta without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Linetta?
PowerToys, Scribus, Mattermost, Rainmeter and TranslucentTB. The alternatives page compares them.
