Top Best 100 Free Downloads

Here we bring the top picked comprehensive list of 100 free and useful software applications across various categories, including productivity, media, development, security, and utilities. Each section includes a brief description and a download link.

Productivity Software

1. LibreOffice

• A powerful office suite compatible with Microsoft Office formats.
• Download LibreOffice

Top 10 Best Free Alternatives of MS Office

1. Google Docs

• A web-based document editor for real-time collaboration.
• Use Google Docs

1. Trello

• A project management tool that organizes tasks using boards and cards.
• Sign up for Trello

1. Notion

• An all-in-one workspace for notes, project management, and collaboration.
• Download Notion

1. Slack

• A messaging platform for teamwork and collaboration.
• Sign up for Slack

1. Evernote

• A note-taking app that helps you capture and organize ideas.
• Download Evernote

1. Todoist

• A task manager for personal productivity and team collaboration.
• Sign up for Todoist

1. Microsoft To Do

• A task management app that helps you stay organized.
• Download Microsoft To Do

1. Zoho Docs

• A cloud-based file management system for document collaboration.
• Use Zoho Docs

1. WPS Office
   • A free office suite featuring Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation.
   • Download WPS Office

Media Software

11. VLC Media Player
    • A versatile media player that supports almost all audio and video formats.
    • Download VLC
12. GIMP
    • A powerful image editing software suitable for tasks like photo retouching and image composition.
    • Download GIMP
13. Audacity
    • A free, open-source audio editor and recorder.
    • Download Audacity
14. Shotcut
    • A free, open-source video editing software with extensive features.
    • Download Shotcut
15. OBS Studio
    • Open Broadcaster Software for video recording and live streaming.
    • Download OBS Studio
16. Inkscape
    • A vector graphics editor with capabilities similar to Adobe Illustrator.
    • Download Inkscape
17. Lightworks
    • A professional video editing software with a free version available.
    • Download Lightworks
18. Kdenlive
    • A powerful open-source video editor for Linux and Windows.
    • Download Kdenlive
19. HandBrake
    • A tool for converting video from nearly any format to a selection of modern, widely supported codecs.
    • Download HandBrake
20. Pencil2D
    • A free animation and drawing software for 2D animation.
    • Download Pencil2D

Development Software

21. Visual Studio Code
    • A powerful and lightweight code editor with extensions for various languages.
    • Download Visual Studio Code
22. Sublime Text
    • A sophisticated text editor for code, markup, and prose.
    • Download Sublime Text
23. Atom
    • A hackable text editor for the 21st century.
    • Download Atom
24. Eclipse
    • A famous IDE for Java and other languages (C++, PHP, etc.).
    • Download Eclipse
25. Git
    • A version control system to manage source code history.
    • Download Git
26. Postman
    • A collaboration platform for API development.
    • Download Postman
27. XAMPP
    • A free and open-source cross-platform web server solution stack package.
    • Download XAMPP
28. IntelliJ IDEA Community Edition
    • A powerful IDE for Java development.
    • Download IntelliJ IDEA
29. PyCharm Community Edition
    • An IDE for Python development.
    • Download PyCharm
30. Robo 3T (formerly Robomongo)
    • A GUI for MongoDB management.
    • Download Robo 3T

Security Software

31. Avast Free Antivirus
    • A well-known free antivirus solution with robust security features.
    • Download Avast
32. Malwarebytes
    • A powerful tool for removing malware and adware from your computer.
    • Download Malwarebytes
33. Bitdefender Antivirus Free
    • A lightweight antivirus tool that provides basic protection.
    • Download Bitdefender
34. Kaspersky Security Cloud Free
    • A cloud-based security solution with essential protection features.
    • Download Kaspersky
35. ClamWin
    • A free antivirus software and open-source project.
    • Download ClamWin
36. CCleaner
    • A tool for optimizing and cleaning your computer.
    • Download CCleaner
37. Avira Free Security
    • A comprehensive free security suite including an antivirus, VPN, and more.
    • Download Avira
38. GlassWire
    • A network monitoring tool that also provides basic firewall management.
    • Download GlassWire
39. NoVirusThanks
    • A web-based and lightweight antivirus scanner.
    • Use NoVirusThanks
40. Sandboxie
    • A security program for isolating applications and web browsers.
    • Download Sandboxie

Utilities

41. 7-Zip
    • A free file archiver for packing and unpacking compressed files.
    • Download 7-Zip
42. WinRAR
    • A file archiving utility for compressing and decompressing files.
    • Download WinRAR
43. FileZilla
    • A free FTP solution for file transfers.
    • Download FileZilla
44. TeamViewer
    • A remote access tool for connecting to other computers securely.
    • Download TeamViewer
45. F.lux
    • Software that adjusts your computer screen's color temperature based on time of day.
    • Download F.lux
46. Disk Cleanup
    • A built-in tool in Windows for removing unnecessary files from your hard drive.
47. Ninite
    • A tool for automatically installing and updating multiple applications.
    • Visit Ninite
48. VirtualBox
    • A free and open-source virtualization tool for running multiple operating systems.
    • Download VirtualBox
49. WinMerge
    • A free tool for comparing and merging files and folders.
    • Download WinMerge
50. AnyDesk
    • A remote desktop application for quick and easy access to other computers.
    • Download AnyDesk

Design Software

51. Canva
    • A web-based design tool for creating social media graphics, presentations, and more.
    • Use Canva
52. Figma
    • A collaborative interface design tool for web and mobile apps.
    • Use Figma
53. Gravit Designer
    • A free design app for creating graphics and illustrations.
    • Download Gravit Designer
54. Krita
    • A free and open-source painting program made by artists for artists.
    • Download Krita
55. Vectr
    • A free vector graphics editor that is user-friendly and easy to use.
    • Use Vectr
56. Adobe Creative Cloud Express
    • A simplified web-based version of Adobe’s Creative Suite for graphic design.
    • Use Adobe Creative Cloud Express
57. Blender
    • A powerful open-source 3D modeling and animation tool.
    • Download Blender
58. Paint.NET
    • A free image editing software that is simpler than GIMP, great for basic tasks.
    • Download Paint.NET
59. Photopea
    • A web-based image editing tool similar to Photoshop.
    • Use Photopea
60. Scribus
    • An open-source desktop publishing tool for creating magazines and newsletters.
    • Download Scribus

Communication Software

61. Zoom
    • A popular video conferencing tool for meetings and webinars.
    • Download Zoom
62. Discord
    • A communication app designed for communities, offering voice, video, and text chat.
    • Download Discord
63. WhatsApp Desktop
    • A desktop version of the popular messaging app for personal and group chats.
    • Download WhatsApp Desktop
64. Signal
    • A privacy-focused messaging app for secure communications.
    • Download Signal
65. Microsoft Teams
    • A collaboration app that integrates with Microsoft 365 for team chats and meetings.
    • Download Microsoft Teams
66. Skype
    • A calling and messaging platform for personal and professional use.
    • Download Skype
67. Slack
    • A collaboration and messaging platform for teams.
    • Download Slack
68. Telegram
    • A messaging app with a focus on speed and privacy.
    • Download Telegram
69. Viber
    • A messaging and calling app with end-to-end encryption.
    • Download Viber
70. Google Hangouts
    • A messaging app that allows for chat and video calls.
    • Get Google Hangouts

File Management

71. Dropbox
    • A cloud storage solution for sharing files easily.
    • Download Dropbox
72. Google Drive
    • Cloud storage service that allows saving and sharing files.
    • Use Google Drive
73. Microsoft OneDrive
    • Microsoft’s cloud storage solution integrated with Office 365.
    • Download OneDrive
74. Mega
    • Cloud service that provides secure file storage and sharing.
    • Download Mega
75. pCloud
    • A cloud storage solution with strong security and a user-friendly interface.
    • Download pCloud

Miscellaneous

76. Evergreen
    • A productivity tool for managing tasks and projects.
    • Download Evergreen
77. Prezi
    • A presentation tool that uses motion, zoom, and spatial relationships to bring ideas to life.
    • Use Prezi
78. Mailchimp
    • An email marketing platform that helps small businesses manage their mailing lists.
    • Sign up for Mailchimp
79. Toggl
    • A time tracking tool for individuals and teams.
    • Sign up for Toggl
80. Zoom
    • A video conferencing solution for meetings, webinars, and online events.
    • Download Zoom

Additional Useful Tools

81. MindMeister
    • An online mind mapping tool for brainstorming and organizing thoughts.
    • Use MindMeister
82. Coggle
    • A web-based mind mapping tool to visualize ideas.
    • Use Coggle
83. FocusWriter
    • A distraction-free writing environment to help focus on writing.
    • Download FocusWriter
84. Trello
    • A board-based project management and collaboration tool.
    • See Trello
85. Simple Mind
    • A comprehensive mind mapping tool for brainstorming sessions.
    • Download Simple Mind
86. Otter.ai
    • A transcription service that provides real-time transcription of meetings and conversations.
    • Sign up for Otter
87. Jitsi Meet
    • A free, open-source video conferencing platform.
    • Use Jitsi Meet
88. Figma
    • A collaborative web-based UI/UX design tool.
    • Use Figma
89. Boomerang for Gmail
    • A productivity tool that helps schedule emails and reminders.
    • Use Boomerang
90. Buffer
    • A social media management platform for scheduling posts across various networks.
    • Sign up for Buffer
91. IFTTT
    • A service that lets you create automations between various apps and devices.
    • Use IFTTT
92. Zapier
    • A tool for automating tasks between different web applications.
    • Sign up for Zapier
93. Cronometer
    • A nutrition tracker that helps you monitor your diet effectively.
    • Use Cronometer
94. Google Keep
    • A note-taking service that lets you save and share notes easily.
    • Use Google Keep
95. Habitica
    • A task manager that turns your life into a role-playing game.
    • Sign up for Habitica
96. Trello
    • A flexible tool for managing projects and tasks.
    • Use Trello
97. Todoist
    • A simple task manager that helps you keep track of your responsibilities.
    • Use Todoist
98. Fetchnotes
    • A simple and fast note-taking app for quick and easy notes.
    • Use Fetchnotes
99. Pocket
    • A read-it-later app that lets you save articles for offline reading.
    • Download Pocket
100. Miro
     • An online collaborative whiteboarding tool for team brainstorming.
     • Sign up for Miro

This list includes a variety of tools suitable for different users and use cases, ensuring that you can find something helpful to download. Let me know if you need more recommendations or specific functionality!