Classic Shell

About

Classic Shell is free, open-source software originating from Bulgaria, designed to enhance Windows usability and user productivity by providing a highly customizable start-menu replacement, taskbar tweaker, and shell replacement. Its comprehensive feature set includes Windows Explorer extensions, the ability to change the Start Button, system tweaking, and extensive multi-language support, with its UI translated into 35 languages and its installer/settings into 6. Initially free and open-source, the project evolved and is now maintained as 'Open Shell Menu' on GitHub, continuing its life as an open-source solution. Exclusively available for Windows, Classic Shell gained significant traction among users who sought to restore the familiar Start Menu experience, particularly when transitioning to Windows 8 and 10, where the default interfaces were often perceived as less usable or customizable. No specific details regarding its founding year, revenue, leadership, employee count, or direct competitors are provided in the available data.