OpenTrace is a cross-platform GUI wrapper for NextTrace. Bringing you a sense of familiarity.
Publisher’s description
What is OpenTrace?
OpenTrace by Archeb is open-source Windows software in the network tools category. It is written in C#. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
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 1.5.2, released on July 26, 2026. The version history goes back to June 8, 2024: 5 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 2.3 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (Archeb/opentrace) has 4,473 stars. Similar programs include Wireshark, ZeroTier One and Nmap.
Project description on GitHub: “Open Source Visualized Route Tracing Tool for macOS, Windows, and Linux.”
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
- Also runs on Linux
In short: OpenTrace is an open-source network tool tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs.
Is OpenTrace 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:
326BBC045E47955263587773C1EBFC6A3EF24D4EAC0D7176504DAD5C603F8683· 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 5 versions ›5 versions over 2 years · about 2.3 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5.2Latest | July 26, 2026 | — | ARM64 ZIP64-bit ZIP |
| 1.5.1 | January 1, 2026 | — | ARM64 ZIP64-bit ZIP |
| 1.4.4.0 | May 9, 2025 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 1.4.3.2 | April 24, 2025 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 1.4.3.0 | June 8, 2024 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Archeb.OpenTrace -escoop install extras/opentraceRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub io.github.Archeb.opentraceInformation
- Publisher
- Archeb
- Category
- Network tools
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Archeb/opentrace
- Written in
- C#
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- Portable
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- 1.5.2
- Released
- July 26, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- January 31, 2025
- Versions listed
- 5
- Updates / year
- 2.3
- GitHub stars
- 4,473
- GitHub forks
- 188
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Archeb.OpenTrace
- Scoop package
- extras/opentrace
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is OpenTrace free?
Yes. OpenTrace is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is OpenTrace 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 OpenTrace 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 OpenTrace run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of OpenTrace?
The versions page lists all 5 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 8, 2024.
Can I use OpenTrace without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to OpenTrace?
Wireshark, ZeroTier One, Nmap, Angry IP Scanner and iPerf3. The alternatives page compares them.
