PortableApps is an open source, application
launcher that you install directly to your USB or cloud drive and use
on any PC. You can download hundreds of portable applications from the
PortableApps integrated directory, like Firefox, Skype, and more. This
means you take your browser with your bookmarks and extensions, your
office suite, your photo editor, your music collection, your games, your
development tools, and more with you everywhere you go. And because
everything stays on your drive, every PC becomes your PC. Additional
features include integrated backup, interface themes, a search option,
support for personal files, favorites and more.
PortableApps.com at a Glance
It took a few minutes to install the PortableApps Platform, and several
more to install six apps including ClamWin, Firefox, GIMP, KeePass,
Skype, and Stellarium. To start, we launched the heavyweight GIMP
without a hitch, while each additional app opened just as quickly. The
idea of carrying apps around on a USB seems plausible but the idea of
loading the PortableApps Platform to Dropbox, or the like, seems like an
even better idea. So, without further adieu, consider trying the
PortableApps Platform, especially if you’ve been thinking about the best
way to take your apps for a joy ride.
Product Details
Here is a detailed breakdown of PortableApps’ features:
- Take your apps everywhere—PortableApps lets you carry all your favorite apps on a portable device or cloud drive and use them on any PC.
- Use a portable device, cloud directory, or local drive—The
PortableApps Platform comes with a smart installer that easily installs
your environment to a portable device, a cloud drive (Dropbox, Google
Drive, etc.), or a local PC, so you can safely back up data to the
cloud.
- Quickly find and install apps—PortableApps has a built-in
app store that lists apps by category, title, or new and recently
updated so you can install the apps you want with just a few clicks. And
there’s no download limit.
- Easily organize apps—Grow and organize your app collection
with folders that group them automatically or as you see fit. Pick
favorites and have the menu learn what to keep up front and center. Or
use the search to find what you're looking for.
- Easily update apps—When a new security fix for your browser
is released or a new feature in your favorite game is available, the
PortableApps Updater automatically lets you know. Just click a button
and the updates are downloaded and installed without messing up your
settings and saved files.
- Personalize your app menu—With a dozen bundled themes, each
with a rainbow of color selections, the PortableApps Platform lets you
pick a different look every day for months and never have the same menu
twice.
- Take your fonts along too—The PortableApps Platform supports
the ability to carry fonts on your portable device and use them with
your portable software without needing to install them on the local
machine.
- Advanced Features—The PortableApps Platform has the power
and the options to work the way you want. And if there's something we
haven't added that you'd like to see, just ask in the forums. We add new
features every month!
Pros
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Cons
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| PortableApps has over 300 apps, all 100% free, legal, and
portable, which can be installed and automatically updated for you in
the PortableApps Platform. |
None really, because when you encounter issues, you’ll find
links in the community forum where 180,000 developers, translators,
users and fans are ready to help you! |
Quick Specs
- Version: 12.0.5
- Date added: September 10, 2014
- Operating systems: Windows, plus Linux, Unix, and BSD via Wine, and Mac OS X via CrossOver, Wineskin, WineBottler, and PlayOnMac.
- License: GPLv2
Level:
Intermediate
Download Link:
Portable Software for USB