Windhawk is an open-source customization tool for Windows 10 and 11 that lets users modify the appearance and behavior of the operating system and installed applications. It offers a growing collection of community-created mods for customizing the taskbar, Start menu, File Explorer, window animations, and other Windows features.

Mods can be installed and configured with just a few clicks, without requiring advanced technical knowledge. Each mod includes publicly accessible source code and can be individually enabled, disabled, or customized to suit your preferences.

Features

Windows Customization

Customize the appearance and behavior of Windows 10 and 11, including the taskbar, Start menu, File Explorer, and other system components.

Community-created Mods

Explore a growing collection of community-developed mods that extend Windows functionality and customization options. Browse available mods here.

Application Customization

Modify the appearance and behavior of supported desktop applications beyond Windows itself.

Easy Installation and Management

Install mods with just a few clicks, without requiring advanced technical knowledge. Enable, disable, remove, or configure individual mods through a user-friendly interface.

Open-source and Transparent

Each mod includes publicly accessible source code, allowing users to inspect how modifications work before installing them.

Automatic Mod Updates

Keep installed mods up to date with the latest improvements and fixes.

Lightweight and Reliable

Designed to run continuously in the background with minimal impact on system performance, applying targeted modifications without replacing the Windows shell.

Developer-friendly

Create, customize, and share your own mods using C++, with access to source code and development resources.