OpenDeck is a desktop application for using stream controller devices like the Elgato Stream Deck on Linux, Windows, and macOS. OpenDeck supports plugins made for the original Stream Deck SDK, allowing many plugins made for the Elgato software ecosystem to be used, or the OpenAction API.
Only Elgato hardware is officially supported, but plugins are available for support for other hardware vendors
Why use OpenDeck?
- Stream Deck plugins: OpenDeck supports the majority of the Stream Deck plugins that users of the Elgato ecosystem are already familiar with, unlike other third-party softwares which are much more limited (e.g. streamdeck-ui, StreamController, Boatswain etc).
- Cross-platform: OpenDeck supports Linux alongside Windows and macOS. macOS users also benefit from switching from the first-party Elgato software as OpenDeck can run plugins only built for Windows on Linux and macOS thanks to Wine. Additionally, profile files are easily moveable between platforms with no changes to them necessary.
- Feature-packed: From Multi Actions and Toggle Actions to switching profiles when you switch apps and brightness control, OpenDeck has all the features you'd expect from stream controller software.
- Open source: OpenDeck source code is licensed under the GNU General Public License, allowing anyone to view it and improve it for feature, stability, privacy or security reasons. Most plugins are open-source, too.
- Written in Rust: The Rust programming language, which OpenDeck is built with alongside TypeScript, is known for its performance, safety and resulting code quality.
Publisher’s description
What is OpenDeck?
OpenDeck is an open-source office suite program for Windows from Aman Khanna (nekename). It is written in Rust. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS) and MSI. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.14.2, released on October 20, 2026. 4 versions are listed since February 14, 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 (nekename/OpenDeck) has 2,299 stars. Similar programs include TeXstudio, Zettlr and JabRef.
Project description on GitHub: “Linux software for the Stream Deck with support for original Elgato Stream Deck plugins”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
- Also runs on Linux
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: OpenDeck is an open-source office suite tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is OpenDeck 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:
928A9991373E6EE1F5AA2FAD03C3058EB621A2D032B5C815D04A78A0F0FD26B0· 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 4 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.14.2Latest | October 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit MSI |
| 2.14.1 | October 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit MSI |
| 2.14.0 | July 29, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.9.1 | February 14, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id nekename.OpenDeck -eOpenDeck_2.14.2_x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub me.amankhanna.opendeckInformation
- Publisher
- Aman Khanna (nekename)
- Category
- Office suites
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/nekename/OpenDeck
- Written in
- Rust
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS), MSI
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- 2.14.2
- Released
- October 20, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- February 18, 2026
- Versions listed
- 4
- GitHub stars
- 2,299
- GitHub forks
- 191
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- nekename.OpenDeck
- MSI product code
- {7529825D-7FA5-4A16-A0AB-D2BC0D4E7742}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is OpenDeck free?
Yes. OpenDeck is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is OpenDeck 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 OpenDeck 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 OpenDeck be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does OpenDeck 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 OpenDeck?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 14, 2026.
Can I use OpenDeck without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to OpenDeck?
TeXstudio, Zettlr, JabRef, PDF Arranger and Zotero. The alternatives page compares them.
