wt is a fast, simple Git worktree helper written in Go.
It wraps Git's native worktree commands with a convenient interface,
organized directory structure, and shell integration with auto-cd.
Publisher’s description
What is wt?
wt by timvw is open-source Windows software in the version control category. It is written in Go.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit Windows. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 0.4.0, released on August 27, 2026. The version history goes back to February 11, 2026: 11 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (timvw/wt) has 61 stars. Similar programs include Git, GitHub CLI and GitTools GitVersion.
Project description on GitHub: “A fast, simple Git worktree helper written in Go”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: wt is an open-source version control tool for 64-bit PCs.
Is wt 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:
CC79BBEF7837AE2767214D8384262EE9D808762D4F912A979AE949FD201912D9· 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4.0Latest | August 27, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.3.0 | August 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.2.0 | August 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.1.33 | August 11, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.1.29 | June 4, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.1.28 | March 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.1.27 | March 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 0.1.26 | March 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id timvw.wt -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- timvw
- Category
- Version control
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/timvw/wt
- Written in
- Go
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 0.4.0
- Released
- August 27, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- February 16, 2026
- Versions listed
- 11
- GitHub stars
- 61
- GitHub forks
- 9
- winget ID
- timvw.wt
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is wt free?
Yes. wt is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is wt 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 wt 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 wt 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 wt?
The versions page lists all 11 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 11, 2026.
Can I use wt without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to wt?
Git, GitHub CLI, GitTools GitVersion, Git Extensions and GitButler. The alternatives page compares them.
