Yank is a cross-platform LAN clipboard synchronization tool for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
It enables instant clipboard sharing of text, files, and images over local networks with
AES-256-GCM encryption and lazy file transfer for large files.
Publisher’s description
What is Yank?
Yank by nasiridrishi is open-source Windows software in the system utilities category. It is written in Python.
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 1.0.3, released on April 5, 2026. The version history goes back to February 18, 2026: 4 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (nasiridrishi/yank) has 2 stars. Similar programs include AutoHotkey, Bazel and osquery.
Project description on GitHub: “Cross plateform Clipboard sync”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Yank is an open-source system utilitie tool for 64-bit PCs.
Is Yank 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:
08D7A15D7C55CA56D220AB343E18FCC445D664AF106C1B41284CF4A0B4B4F7FB· 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.3Latest | April 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit Portable |
| 1.0.2 | March 9, 2026 | — | 64-bit Portable |
| 1.0.1 | February 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit Portable |
| 1.0.0 | February 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id nasiridrishi.Yank -eProgram files (.exe): yank.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install yankInformation
- Publisher
- nasiridrishi
- Category
- System utilities
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/nasiridrishi/yank
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 1.0.3
- Released
- April 5, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- February 18, 2026
- Versions listed
- 4
- GitHub stars
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- nasiridrishi.Yank
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Yank free?
Yes. Yank is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Yank 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 Yank 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 Yank 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 Yank?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 18, 2026.
Can I use Yank without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to Yank?
AutoHotkey, Bazel, osquery, Ditto and LocalSend. The alternatives page compares them.
