Keybreeze
Keybreeze is a free, open-source Windows utility for performing computer tasks with a few keystrokes.
What Keybreeze is
Keybreeze is a free, open-source Windows utility for performing computer tasks with a few keystrokes. It can open files, folders, and websites, and search both the computer and websites. Text functions paste custom text into fields, while macros can record and replay mouse clicks and keystrokes; commands can type text or wait for a window. Autoindex suggests entries as a user types, while Search displays results after a configured key is pressed. Extensions listed on the maker's forum include a JSON validator and formatter, SQL query formatter, phone number formatter, and Outlook email address converter. Keybreeze Desktop 5.7.0 uses the GPL 3.0 license and includes the former Pro features. Keywords, text functions, notes, macros, and other settings are kept in the user's %appdata%\keybreeze5 directory. Because text functions and macros are stored in plain text, the maker cautions against storing passwords in them. Keybreeze Sync is being discontinued. For troubleshooting, the contact page directs users to post a comment on the forum.
Good
- Free and open source under GPL 3.0.
- Launches files, folders, and websites.
- Macros can record and replay clicks and keystrokes.
- Settings are stored locally.
Watch out
- Available for Windows only.
- Text functions and macros are stored in plain text.
- Keybreeze Sync is being discontinued.
- Troubleshooting is directed to the forum.
Who it suits
Keybreeze may suit Windows users who want keystroke-based launching, searching, text insertion, or macros. It also offers extensions for some formatting and conversion tasks.
Verdict
Keybreeze combines launching, search, text insertion, and macro tools in a free Windows utility. Avoid storing passwords in its plain-text text functions or macros.
Plans and prices
From Keybreeze's own pricing page, checked 5 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Keybreeze Desktop | Free | Free and open source · all Pro features included |
The facts
Each one read from Keybreeze's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Extensions
- The maker's forum lists extensions including a JSON validator and formatter, SQL query formatter, phone number formatter, and Outlook email address converter.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Indexing
- Autoindex can suggest entries while the user types, while Search returns results after a configured key is pressed.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Launch and search
- It can open files, folders, and websites, and search the computer or websites.checked 5 Oct 2026
- License
- Keybreeze Desktop 5.7.0 changed to the GPL 3.0, is free and open source, and includes the former Pro features.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Local settings
- Keywords, text functions, notes, macros, and other settings are stored in the user's %appdata%\keybreeze5 directory.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Password storage caution
- Text functions and macros are stored in plain text on the computer, so the maker cautions against storing passwords in them.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Keybreeze lets users perform tasks on their computer with a few keystrokes.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Support
- For troubleshooting, the contact page directs users to post a comment on the forum.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Sync
- Keybreeze Sync is being discontinued.checked 5 Oct 2026
- Text functions
- Text functions can paste custom text into text fields.checked 5 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Macros
- Macros can record and replay mouse clicks and keystrokes, and support commands such as typing text and waiting for a window.checked 5 Oct 2026
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