Core Capabilities

Everything You Need to Manage XMR

Monero GUI brings together the full power of the Monero protocol inside a clean, well-designed desktop interface. From cold storage to live node management, every feature is purpose-built for privacy-conscious users.

Full Wallet Encryption

Your wallet file is fully encrypted at rest using strong AES-256 encryption. Unlock with a passphrase of your choice, and rest assured that even if your device is compromised, your funds stay protected.

Built-in Node Management

Run your own Monero node directly from the GUI without any command-line interaction. Connect to remote nodes when needed or let the GUI bootstrap a local node automatically on first launch.

RingCT & Stealth Addresses

Every transaction benefits from Monero's Ring Confidential Transactions, stealth addresses, and RingCT technology, making your payments truly untraceable and unlinkable by design.

Hardware Wallet Support

Seamlessly pair your Ledger or Trezor hardware wallet with the Monero GUI. Sign transactions in cold storage while managing your balance through the familiar graphical interface.

QR Code Integration

Generate and scan QR codes for wallet addresses instantly. Share your XMR address with anyone by displaying the QR code on screen, or import addresses from third-party wallets with one click.

Multisig Transactions

Set up multi-signature wallets requiring multiple parties to approve each transaction. Ideal for teams, escrow arrangements, and any setup where shared custody of XMR is required.

Desktop Versions

Monero GUI Desktop Apps

The Monero GUI desktop application is built natively for each major operating system. Get full performance and deep OS integration — no browser required, no cloud sync, no compromises.

Windows

Monero GUI for Windows

Optimized for Windows 10 and 11. Includes an installer, system tray integration, and auto-start options. Ideal for everyday XMR management on your primary workstation.

Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
4 GB RAM minimum
MSI installer included
System tray support
Auto-update notifications

macOS

Monero GUI for macOS

A native macOS application built for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. Distributed as a signed .dmg package with Gatekeeper compatibility for hassle-free installation.

macOS 12 Monterey or later
Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) native
Intel x86_64 build available
Signed and notarized .dmg
Keychain integration

Linux

Monero GUI for Linux

Available as an AppImage and .tar.bz2 archive. Works across major distributions including Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and Arch. No dependencies to install manually.

Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or later
Debian, Fedora, Arch supported
AppImage (no install needed)
x86_64 and ARM64 builds
CLI companion tools included

Browser Extension

Monero GUI Extension

Extend your Monero GUI experience into the browser. The Monero GUI extension connects to your local desktop wallet and exposes a lightweight interface for checking balances, approving transactions, and managing addresses — without ever sending your keys to the cloud.

WalletPrimary — Cold

Balance14.8372 XMR

Pending0.0000 XMR

SyncBlock 3,214,887

NodeLocal ● Connected

NetworkMainnet

Ringsize16 (default)

FeePriority: Normal

Connects to Your Local Wallet

The extension talks directly to your running Monero GUI desktop application over a local RPC connection. Your seed phrase never leaves your machine — the extension is a remote view, not a separate wallet.

One-Click Address Copying

Access your subaddresses and primary receive address from the extension popup in seconds. Copy to clipboard or display a QR code without switching to the full desktop app.

Transaction Approval UI

When a web page requests an XMR payment, the extension intercepts the request and surfaces a human-readable approval dialog. Confirm or reject without exposing any wallet credentials to the page.

Chrome & Firefox Compatible

The Monero GUI extension is built on the WebExtensions API and works in Chromium-based browsers (Chrome, Brave, Edge) as well as Firefox. Install from the respective store or load it as an unpacked extension for advanced users.

Privacy Architecture

Built on Real Privacy Technology

Unlike pseudonymous blockchains, Monero's underlying protocol enforces privacy for every participant at the protocol layer. The Monero GUI wallet exposes all privacy controls in a simple, accessible interface.

Protocol

Ring Signatures

Every outgoing transaction is signed using a ring of decoy signers selected from the blockchain, making it computationally infeasible for an outside observer to determine which ring member actually authorized the payment. The default ring size in Monero GUI is 16.

Stealth Addresses

Senders generate a one-time destination address for every transaction, derived from your published address using Diffie-Hellman key exchange. This means your wallet address can be shared publicly without linking individual payments to your identity.

RingCT — Hidden Amounts

Ring Confidential Transactions conceal the value of every transfer using Pedersen commitments. Validators can confirm that no XMR was created or destroyed in the transaction without ever learning the actual amounts sent or received.

Network

Dandelion++ Routing

Monero GUI supports Dandelion++ transaction propagation, which obscures the IP address of the node that originally broadcast a transaction. This protects your network-level identity even from sophisticated observers monitoring the P2P layer.

Get Started

Monero GUI Download

Download the Monero GUI wallet in four steps. All builds are distributed with GPG signatures and SHA256 checksums so you can verify the integrity of your download before running it.

Choose Your Platform

Select Windows, macOS, or Linux. Each platform has a dedicated build optimized for that operating system's native libraries and security model.

Verify the Signature

Download the accompanying GPG signature file and verify it using the published maintainer key. This guarantees the binary hasn't been tampered with in transit.

Install & Launch

Run the installer (Windows/macOS) or extract the AppImage (Linux). On first launch, the GUI will guide you through creating or restoring a wallet with a simple setup wizard.

Sync & Transact

Let your node sync with the Monero network. Once synced, you can send, receive, and monitor XMR with full privacy guarantees enabled by default.

Release History

Version Archive

Track recent releases, see what changed, and download older builds when needed for compatibility or verification purposes.

Version	Release Date	Platform	Status	Key Changes
2.1.4	2025-03-01	Win / macOS / Linux	Latest	Improved fee estimation, hardware wallet refresh, Dandelion++ fixes
2.1.3	2025-01-14	Win / macOS / Linux	Stable	Extension RPC stability, subaddress labeling, UI dark mode refinements
2.1.2	2024-10-08	Win / macOS / Linux	Stable	Apple Silicon native binary, ARM64 Linux build, QR code generator
2.1.0	2024-07-22	Win / macOS / Linux	Stable	Multisig UI overhauled, node auto-bootstrap, Ledger Nano X support
2.0.9	2024-04-11	Win / macOS / Linux	Archive	Initial browser extension support, ring size 16 default, Trezor T support

Help Center

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Monero GUI wallet?

The Monero GUI wallet is a graphical user interface application that lets you create, manage, and transact with Monero (XMR) wallets on your desktop computer. It wraps the monero-wallet-rpc and monerod daemon in a visual interface, making it accessible to users who don't want to use the command line. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, and also has a companion browser extension.

Is the Monero GUI wallet open source?

Yes. The Monero GUI wallet is open-source software released under the BSD 3-Clause license. The full source code is publicly auditable, meaning anyone can inspect, compile, and verify the binaries independently. This transparency is fundamental to the security model — you never have to trust a pre-compiled binary blindly.

How is the Monero GUI extension different from the desktop app?

The Monero GUI extension is a browser add-on that acts as a lightweight interface to your already-running desktop wallet. It does not store keys or operate independently — it communicates over the local wallet RPC. The desktop application is the primary wallet and node manager, while the extension provides quick access to your balance, addresses, and transaction approvals from within the browser.

Can I restore my wallet from a seed phrase?

Yes. During the wallet creation wizard, you can choose "Restore from mnemonic seed" and enter your 25-word Monero seed phrase. The GUI will re-scan the blockchain from a specified restore height to recover your transaction history and balance. You can also restore from a set of private keys or from a hardware wallet device.

Do I need to run a full node to use the GUI?

No. You can connect to a trusted remote node if you don't want to download the full Monero blockchain (currently around 170 GB). However, running a local node provides the best privacy, since remote node operators can potentially observe which blocks you request. The GUI makes switching between local and remote nodes straightforward from the settings panel.

Is Monero GUI compatible with hardware wallets?

Yes. The Monero GUI wallet supports Ledger Nano S, Nano S Plus, Nano X, and Trezor Model T. Connect your device via USB before launching the GUI and select "Connect to hardware wallet" during wallet creation. All private key operations happen on the hardware device itself — the GUI never has access to your seed.

How do I verify a Monero GUI download?

Each release comes with a SHA256 checksum file and a GPG signature from the release signing key. After downloading the binary, run the provided verification commands to confirm the checksum matches and the signature is valid. This ensures your download is authentic and has not been modified by any third party since it was published.

Monero GUI Wallet for Desktop