Local automations
Event-condition-action rules run on your PC with quiet hours, cooldowns, and explicit permissions.
MIT licensed Runs locally No account
Not another taskbar clone. A dock you own.
OpenDock brings live widgets, layout persistence, and programmable automations to Windows—without a subscription, license server, or hidden telemetry.
Widgets that cooperate, not compete
Calendar, tasks, system health, and optional integrations share context so OpenDock can act before you open five different apps.
Permissioned widget SDK
Built-in widgets ship first; extensions declare capabilities up front instead of getting full native access.
Exportable setup
Back up layouts and settings, move between machines, and recover gracefully from invalid configuration.
Why teams pick OpenDock
Inspired by the smart dock category, engineered for transparency and control.
| Capability | OpenDock | Typical proprietary dock |
|---|---|---|
| License | MIT, free forever | Paid lifetime or subscription |
| Account | Not required | Often required for activation |
| Telemetry | None by default | Often unclear or bundled |
| Automation rules | User-defined ECA engine | Fixed preset toggles |
| Extension model | Manifest + permissions | Closed ecosystem |
Ready to try the Milestone 2 prototype?
The desktop app includes a floating dock, live clock, persisted layout, and Windows fullscreen behavior. Widget gallery and SQLite land in the next milestones.
Read the docs