# ImHex

> A modern hex editor for reverse engineers and programmers

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/imhex
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/imhex.json
- Website: https://github.com/WerWolv/ImHex
- Category: Cybersecurity
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: yes
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-04-08T09:16:46+00:00
- Catalog revision: `1082239084`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/WerWolv/ImHex
- Stars: 55733
- Forks: 2604
- Open issues: 422
- License: GPL-2.0
- Last push: 2026-10-09T00:56:24+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-03T15:44:04+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: CyberSecurity, Hex Editor, Reverse Engineering, Binary Analysis, Hacking, Disassembler, Pattern Language
Tech stacks: C++, CMake, python

## Features
- Includes a powerful custom pattern language for highlighting and parsing complex binary file formats. *(highlighted)*
- Features a built-in disassembler supporting various architectures and advanced data analysis tools. *(highlighted)*
- Provides a modern user interface with deep customization and eye-friendly dark modes for long sessions. *(highlighted)*

## Description

ImHex is a powerful hex editor for reverse engineers and programmers, featuring a custom pattern language for parsing binary data, a built-in disassembler, and a modern interface designed for intensive late-night work sessions.

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Source: [FOSSHunter — ImHex](https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/imhex) — cite `synced_at` and the catalog revision when quoting metrics.
Interpretation rules: https://www.fosshunter.com/llms-full.txt