Penpot Desktop for Windows

Snapshot

Penpot Desktop is a third-party Windows client that brings the Penpot web app into a native desktop environment. It mirrors the browser version’s capabilities while providing the convenience and integration expected from a desktop program.

Native app benefits

This wrapper improves the local experience with features that make design work feel more like a desktop workflow:

• Tabbed project view for quick switching between multiple design files.
• System-level file type linking so Penpot files can open directly in the app.
• Built-in light and dark themes that adapt to user preference.
• A focused, single-window application shell that reduces browser clutter.

Connectivity and offline options

Penpot Desktop is flexible about where your work lives and how you access it:

• Connect to publicly hosted Penpot services, private hosted instances, or self-hosted local servers.
• Work with local instances to continue designing without an internet connection.
• Support for multiple instances so you can switch between different servers or accounts.

Who benefits

Designers working on wireframes, prototypes, and user interfaces will find this app useful for streamlining everyday tasks. It’s aimed at people who want the full feature set of Penpot in a more integrated and manageable desktop format.

Future directions

Development is ongoing, with additional enhancements planned to expand functionality and polish the experience. Penpot Desktop is evolving into a practical companion for designers seeking a native-feeling way to build interfaces efficiently.