# X11docker (open-source developer tool)

> X11docker is a free, open-source developer tool for Windows, macOS and Linux. Run GUI applications and desktops in docker and podman containers. It has 6,326 GitHub stars and is released under the MIT license. Its source code is on GitHub at mviereck/x11docker.

Software can be installed in a deployable image with a rudimentary Linux system inside. This can help to run or deploy software that is difficult to install on several systems due to dependency issues. It is possible to run outdated versions or latest development versions side by side. Files to work on can be shared between host and container.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | https://github.com/mviereck/x11docker |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Interface | desktop GUI |
| GitHub stars | 6,326 |
| License | MIT (open source) |
| Replaces | n/a |
| Language | Shell |
| Website | none listed |
| Official | no |
| Category | Code editors & developer tools |
| Latest release | v7.7.1 (Nov 23, 2025) |
| Last commit | Jul 5, 2026 |

## Install

Download a build for your system from the project's releases (https://github.com/mviereck/x11docker/releases) or website, or build it from source by following the README.

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