WineBottler
Run Windows-based programs on a Mac.
WineBottler is a free macOS application that packages Windows-based programs into Mac app-bundles using the open-source Wine subsystem. It solves the problem of running Windows-only software on a Mac without requiring emulators, virtual machines, or rebooting into another operating system. The tool is designed for users who need to run Windows browsers, media players, games, business applications, or other programs that lack a native macOS version.
The software offers several capabilities: automated installations from a selection of software using pre-configured scripts that handle downloading, configuring, and packaging; conversion of .exe or .msi files into Mac .app bundles with options for self-contained apps that can run on other Macs; and direct execution of .exe files in a generic Wine environment without creating an app. Advanced users can install special dependencies and customize the packaging process.
WineBottler is intended for individual users and hobbyists who need to run Windows programs on macOS. It is free software distributed under the LGPLv2.1 license, with no paid editions or subscription plans mentioned. The project is supported through optional donations, and older versions are available for download for legacy macOS releases.
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