Extract the zip to a folder of your choice (e.g. C:\GitDock)
Double-click gitdock.exe to start
GitDock opens in your browser at localhost:3847
Windows SmartScreen may show a warning since the app is unsigned. Click "More info" then "Run anyway". This is standard for open-source apps. View the source code.
Download the .zip file above
Extract the zip (double-click or unzip gitdock-macos-x64.zip)
Open Terminal, navigate to the folder, and run ./gitdock
GitDock opens in your browser at localhost:3847
macOS Gatekeeper may block the app. Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security > "Open Anyway", or run xattr -cr ./gitdock. View the source code.
Download the .zip file above
Extract: unzip gitdock-linux-x64.zip
Make executable: chmod +x gitdock
Run: ./gitdock — opens in your browser at localhost:3847
Requirements
Git installed
GitHub CLI (gh)
SSH key configured
Node.jsnot needed for standalone
Why it's safe
100% open source — every line of code is public on GitHub
Runs on localhost only — binds to 127.0.0.1, no network exposure
Zero tracking — no analytics, no ads, no data collection
Built by GitHub Actions — release artifacts are automated, not manual uploads