[
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%27m%20looking%20for%20a%20direct%20link%20to%20explorer%20patcher%20without%20having%20to%20go%20through%20Github%2C%20if%20posible."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here are a few *direct download* sources for ExplorerPatcher that let you avoid going through GitHub (but note: the official GitHub release page is still the safest / most up-to-date source). Use trusted sites and antivirus tools when downloading executables from third parties.\n\n---\n\n### \u2705 Trusted Direct Download Options\n\n| Source | Version | File | Link |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| **MajorGeeks** | 26100.4946.69.6 (latest stable) | EXE for Intel/AMD | [Download ExplorerPatcher](https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/explorerpatcher) ([majorgeeks.com](https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/explorerpatcher?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Uptodown** | 26100.4946.69.6 | EXE installer | [ExplorerPatcher on Uptodown](https://explorerpatcher.en.uptodown.com/windows) ([explorerpatcher.en.uptodown.com](https://explorerpatcher.en.uptodown.com/windows?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **ExplorerPatcher.org** (official site) | Latest | ep_setup.exe | [ExplorerPatcher.org \"Free Download\"](https://explorerpatcher.org/) \u2014 direct download from the project\u2019s main site ([explorerpatcher.org](https://explorerpatcher.org/?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n### \u26a0\ufe0f Caveats & Recommendations\n\n- Even if a site offers a \u201cdirect\u201d download, it might still link you to the GitHub-hosted binary under the hood. The **official GitHub \u201cReleases\u201d page** is always preferred because of transparency about version history and security. ([github.com](https://github.com/valinet/explorerpatcher/releases?utm_source=openai))\n\n- Sites like MajorGeeks and Uptodown are generally reliable, but downloading software that modifies system components always carries inherent risk. Always verify file hashes if available and scan with antivirus. ([explorerpatcher.en.uptodown.com](https://explorerpatcher.en.uptodown.com/windows?utm_source=openai))\n\n- Be cautious: ExplorerPatcher\u2019s latest binaries are often designed to work with recent Windows builds, so older versions might break or create compatibility issues. ([github.com](https://github.com/valinet/explorerpatcher/releases?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can generate a SHA256 hash for the latest build or check mirror sites you trust \u2014 would that help?"
    }
]