Installation Guide
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Windows 10 version 1809 (build 17763 or later)
- Administrator privileges
- 100 MB free disk space
Recommended
- Windows 10/11
- SSD for faster file operations
- System Restore enabled (for safety features)
Installation Steps
- Download the latest release from our Releases Page
- Choose either:
NeatShift.exe (single file, larger size)
NeatShift-Release.zip (compressed package)
Running NeatShift
When running NeatShift for the first time, you might see a Windows SmartScreen warning. This is normal for new applications without an expensive code signing certificate. Here's how to proceed:
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When you see the SmartScreen warning:

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Click "More info"
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Click "Run anyway"
- This is safe because NeatShift is open source
- Also it has been scanned on multiple sites such as Virustotal.
Verifying Installation
After installation:
- The application should start automatically
- You'll see the modern Windows 11-style interface
- No additional setup is needed
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues:
- Ensure you have administrator privileges
- Check our FAQ for common issues
- Visit our Issues page for known problems
- Create a new issue if you need help