Freeter is a desktop application that lets users organize their work into projects and workflows, giving quick access to widgets such as web apps, files, to-do lists, timers, and command lines. It helps users switch between tasks and projects without distraction by grouping everything needed for a given project in one place. The app is free and open source, released under the GNU General Public License, and available for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
What it's for
Organizing work into projects and workflows for quick accessEmbedding web apps into a workflow to avoid switching between browser tabs and accountsOpening project files and folders in editing programs with one clickPerforming templated web searches or website queriesKeeping quick to-do lists tied to a project or workflowRe-executing frequently used terminal commands with one clickUsing a countdown timer to work in focused intervalsWriting and displaying quick notes on the workflow screenSplitting projects into multiple workflow tabs for sub-projects or activitiesKeeping frequently needed items (like a timer) accessible from any project via the Shelf
Features 15
- Commander widget to execute repeated terminal commands
- File opener widget to open project files and folders in editing programs
- Global hotkey (Ctrl/⌘ + Shift + F) to access the app from anywhere
- Light and dark UI themes
- No telemetry or usage tracking
- Note widget for quick notes on the workflow screen
- Per-project, per-workflow or per-widget sign-in for embedded web apps
- Project-based organization with a project drop-down menu
- Shelf for items accessible across all projects
- Timer widget for focused work intervals
- To-do list widget
- Web query widget for templated web searches
- Webpage widget to embed web apps directly into workflows
- Widgets for quick access to work tools
- Workflow tabs to split projects into multiple workflow screens
At a glance
free tieropen source
TypeDesktop app
DeploymentInstalled (local)
PlatformsLinux, Windows, macOS
No company, integrations, or compliance data published yet.
Pricing
Freeter is entirely free and open source software; no paid plans are offered, though a donation option exists.
FreeFree
Freeter is Free and Open Source Software, forever, released under the GNU General Public License.
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