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⚡ Clash for Windows
🚀 Classic Proxy Client | Official GUI interface, cross-platform support, powerful and stable
Clash for Windows is the official Windows GUI client based on the Clash core, providing cross-platform support (Windows, Linux, macOS) and integrating multiple mainstream proxy protocols to deliver stable and reliable proxy services.
🌟 Platform Support
| Operating System | Support Status | Recommended Version | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🪟 Windows | ✅ Full Support | Windows 10/11 | Native interface integration |
| 🐧 Linux | ✅ Full Support | Ubuntu 18.04+ | Lightweight and efficient |
| 🍎 macOS | ✅ Full Support | macOS 10.15+ | Native app experience |
📊 Protocol Support Matrix
| Protocol Type | Support Status | Performance | Stability | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🔗 Shadowsocks (SS) | ✅ Native Support | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 🛡️ ShadowsocksR (SSR) | ✅ Native Support | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| 🌐 SOCKS5 | ✅ Native Support | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| ⚡ Snell | ✅ Native Support | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 🚀 V2Ray (VMess) | ✅ Native Support | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 🛡️ Trojan | ✅ Native Support | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
🔧 System Requirements
💻 Windows Environment
| Item | Minimum Requirement | Recommended | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows XP | Windows 10/11 | Supports legacy systems |
| Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit systems only |
| Memory | 2GB RAM | 4GB+ RAM | Ensures smooth operation |
| Storage | 100MB+ | 300MB+ | Including config and cache |
| Network | Basic connection | Stable broadband | Ensures config downloads |
📥 Official Downloads
⚠️ Download Notice: Clash for Windows has been discontinued. Consider alternative solutions.
🌟 Download Links
| Download Source | Type | Availability | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 📦 Official Source 1 | Legacy Version | ⚠️ Archived | Final version |
| 🚀 Mirror Source | Mirror Acceleration | ⚠️ Archived | Accelerated download |
| 🔗 Backup Source | Official Backup | ⚠️ Archived | Backup download |
📋 Version Information
- Final Version: v0.20.39
- Discontinued: November 2023
- File Size: ~85MB
- Installation: Windows Installer
⚠️ Important Notice
🚨 Maintenance Status
⚠️ Discontinuation Notice
- Clash for Windows was officially discontinued in November 2023
- Development team no longer provides updates or technical support
- Users are advised to migrate to other actively maintained alternatives
🔄 Recommended Alternatives
| Alternative Software | Features | Maintenance Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clash Verge | Modern interface, actively maintained | ✅ Active maintenance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| v2rayN | Lightweight, multi-protocol support | ✅ Active maintenance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Netch | Game optimization, process proxy | ✅ Active maintenance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
🛡️ Security Notice
🔐 First Run Security
Windows 10/11 users may encounter SmartScreen security prompts on first run:
Solution Steps
- Click "More info" - View detailed information
- Click "Run anyway" - Confirm program execution
- Add exception - Avoid repeated prompts
💡 Security Note: This is normal system check for unsigned software
⚠️ Usage Risks
Since the software is discontinued:
- Security vulnerabilities: May contain unpatched security issues
- Compatibility: New systems may have compatibility problems
- Missing features: No support for latest protocols and features
- Technical support: No official technical support available
🚀 Basic Usage Tutorial
📝 Usage Reminder: The following tutorial is for reference only. Recommend using alternative solutions.
📥 Step 1: Import Configuration
Configuration Import: Supports URL subscriptions and local config files
Parameter Configuration: Enter subscription link or import configuration
Configuration Verification: Check configuration information correctness
Activate Service: Enable proxy connection service
🔄 Step 2: Update Configuration
Configuration Update: Regular updates to get latest nodes
✨ Software Features (Historical)
🎯 Core Functions
- Rule-based traffic splitting: Powerful rule engine for intelligent routing
- Policy groups: Flexible node grouping and strategy configuration
- Real-time monitoring: Network traffic and connection status monitoring
- Configuration management: Support for multiple configuration file management
🎨 Interface Design
- Intuitive interface: Clear graphical user interface
- Real-time status: Visual display of connection and traffic status
- Quick switching: Convenient node and mode switching
- System integration: Good Windows system integration
🔄 Migration Guide
📋 Configuration Export
Before migration, recommend exporting existing configurations:
- Backup subscription links and configuration files
- Record custom rules and settings
- Export node information and group settings
- Save important proxy rules
🚀 Recommended Migration Solutions
Migrate to Clash Verge
- Advantages: Modern interface, developed with Rust
- Compatibility: Fully compatible with Clash configuration format
- Features: Excellent performance, beautiful interface
Migrate to v2rayN
- Advantages: Lightweight, multi-protocol support
- Compatibility: Supports multiple configuration formats
- Features: Simple to use, stable and reliable
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🔧 Technical Issues
Q: Software won't start?
A: Since it's discontinued, recommend:
- Check system compatibility
- Try running as administrator
- Consider migrating to alternatives
- Check error logs to locate issues
Q: Can't import configuration?
A: Possible solutions:
- Check configuration file format
- Verify subscription link validity
- Try manual configuration import
- Use other support tools to verify configuration
🔄 Migration Related
Q: How to smoothly migrate to other clients?
A: Migration suggestions:
- Install new client and test first
- Import same configuration and subscriptions
- Confirm functionality before uninstalling old version
- Adjust settings and rules as needed
Q: Are configurations universal?
A: Most configurations are compatible:
- Subscription links can be used directly
- Basic node configurations are compatible
- Some advanced rules may need adjustment
- Recommend retesting and optimization
📊 Performance Comparison
| Feature | Clash for Windows | Clash Verge | v2rayN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Status | ❌ Discontinued | ✅ Active maintenance | ✅ Active maintenance |
| Interface Design | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Performance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Feature Richness | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Security | ⚠️ Risk | ✅ Secure | ✅ Secure |
| Technical Support | ❌ No support | ✅ Community support | ✅ Community support |
🔚 Summary and Recommendations
💡 Usage Recommendations
- Current users: Recommend migrating to actively maintained alternatives as soon as possible
- New users: Not recommended, choose other modern clients instead
- Enterprise users: Should immediately stop using for security reasons
🚀 Future Development
The Clash ecosystem continues to evolve, recommend following:
- Clash Meta: Enhanced core
- Community forks: Various community-maintained versions
- Emerging projects: New projects based on Clash
📅 Last Updated: July 10, 2025 | ⚡ Applicable Version: Clash for Windows 0.20.39 (Discontinued)
Special Notice: This document is for historical reference only. Strongly recommend using other actively maintained alternatives.