Tenebra is an open-source VPN client for Windows built on the sing-box core. It provides a simple desktop interface for managing secure network connections.
Publisher’s description
What is Tenebra?
Tenebra by Divaaaan is open-source Windows software in the vpn & proxy category. It is written in Go.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 0.6.1, released on September 16, 2026. The version history goes back to July 9, 2026: 11 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (Divaaaan/tenebra) has 56 stars. Similar programs include OpenVPN, nginx and Proton VPN.
Project description on GitHub: “Open-source VPN client for your subscriptions. Simple and advanced views, split tunneling, and Windows DPI-bypass integration.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Tenebra is an open-source vpn & proxy tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Tenebra 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:
FCA08044995FE746F7CA1C97A6019CD1A0C9EF516F47C206CB74F8D32D472E84· 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 11 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6.1Latest | September 16, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.6.0 | September 13, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.5.11 | August 31, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.5.10 | August 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.5.4 | August 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.5.2 | August 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.5.1 | August 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.5.0 | August 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Divaaaan.Tenebra -eTenebra_0.6.1_x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Divaaaan
- Category
- VPN & proxy
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Divaaaan/tenebra
- Written in
- Go
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 0.6.1
- Released
- September 16, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 24, 2026
- Versions listed
- 11
- GitHub stars
- 56
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Divaaaan.Tenebra
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Tenebra free?
Yes. Tenebra is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is Tenebra 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 Tenebra 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 Tenebra be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Tenebra 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 Tenebra?
The versions page lists all 11 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 9, 2026.
What are alternatives to Tenebra?
OpenVPN, nginx, Proton VPN, Windscribe and Netbird. The alternatives page compares them.
