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timche-gmail-desktop · v2.25.3 • deprecated
7
7.0
Unofficial Gmail desktop app
brew install --cask timche-gmail-desktop 4
30-day installs
15
90-day installs
85
365-day installs
Install trend
Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (AGPL-3.0) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Gmail Desktop is an unofficial cross-platform Gmail client that provides desktop notifications and a dedicated app experience without relying on Chrome. It's actively maintained and offers a mature, open-source solution for users seeking a Gmail desktop application.
Gmail Desktop is a Gmail client built using Electron, supporting macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Maturity: The project is mature with active maintenance and regular updates.
Community: Hacker News mentions indicate historical interest, but recent community activity is limited.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Actively maintained
- + Open-source under AGPL-3.0
- + Useful Gmail features
- + Mature project
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Potential security concerns (resolved)
- - Low install numbers
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