Validate YAML files with ease
Publisher’s description
What is rad?
rad is an open-source program for Windows from Brian. It is written in C.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and ARM64 as Portable. It runs without installation (portable).
Project description on GitHub: “Validate yaml files”
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
- Updated in the last two months
In short: rad is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs.
Is rad 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:
773882F27779BFC3D823E8FEB2FA23964BB612EC5A1094E44314AAE8D22563E3· 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 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026.08.29Latest | October 15, 2026 | — | ARM64 Portable64-bit Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Brian.rad -eProgram files (.exe): rad.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Brian
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Braeth/RAD
- Written in
- C
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 2026.08.29
- Released
- October 15, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 15, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- winget ID
- Brian.rad
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Frequently asked questions
Is rad free?
Yes. rad is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is rad 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 rad 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 rad run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Can I use rad without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.