# Pear Desktop

> Ad free desktop client for a better YouTube Music experience

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/pear-desktop
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/pear-desktop.json
- Website: https://github.com/pear-devs/pear-desktop
- Category: Music Player
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: yes
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-05-08T03:35:58+00:00
- Catalog revision: `3272282666`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/pear-devs/pear-desktop
- Stars: 33977
- Forks: 2032
- Open issues: 763
- License: MIT
- Last push: 2026-11-04T07:06:15+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-04T11:16:43+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: Desktop App, macOS, Music Player, Music Player Application, Music Player Extension
Tech stacks: Electron, javascript, nodejs, typescript

## Features
- Includes an integrated ad blocker for an uninterrupted and pure music streaming experience. *(highlighted)*
- Features dynamic customization options like album based themes and ambient background lighting. *(highlighted)*
- Provides advanced audio tools including a built in equalizer and crossfade support. *(highlighted)*

## Description

Pear Desktop is an unofficial Electron based client for YouTube Music that delivers a native desktop experience. It features built in ad blocking, dynamic themes, audio enhancements, and cross platform support for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

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