Invisiwind Radiantly

Use this command to install Invisiwind:

winget install --id=Radiantly.Invisiwind -e

Invisiwind is a free, open-source application designed to hide specific windows during screen sharing, ensuring privacy while maintaining functionality.

Key Features:

Window Hiding: Allows users to hide certain windows without affecting their operation on the user's side.
Compatibility: Works seamlessly with various applications such as Zoom, MS Teams, Discord, and OBS.
Custom Control: Supports command-line arguments for automation and includes scripts for hotkey functionality.
Windows Compatibility: Optimized for Windows 10 v2004 and above.

Audience & Benefit: Ideal for professionals who require privacy during virtual meetings. Users can maintain confidentiality while continuing to interact with hidden windows normally, enhancing productivity and security.

Installation: Invisiwind can be easily installed via winget, ensuring a straightforward setup process.

Invisiwind

Invisiwind (short for Invisible Window) is an application that allows you to hide certain windows when sharing your full screen.

So .. what does it do exactly?

I think this is best explained with a couple of screenshots I took during a Zoom meeting:

The screenshot on the left is what I see. The one on the right is what everyone else sees.

Using this tool, firefox and slack have been hidden so anyone watching the screenshare is unable to see those windows. However, I can continue to use them as usual on my side.

Note: this tool works with any app (MS Teams, Discord, OBS, etc) and not just Zoom.

So .. what does it do exactly? (for technical people)

Simple: The tool performs dll injection to SetWindowDisplayAffinity to WDA_EXCLUDEFROMCAPTURE.

How do I install it?

> [!NOTE]
> This software may be detected as a virus/trojan by your antivirus due to the fact that it performs dll injection. This is a false positive and can be safely ignored.

To use this application, you can either use the installer or the portable version.

Use the installer (recommended)

Download and run InvisiwindInstaller.exe.
Once the installation is complete, you will be able to run Invisiwind from the Start Menu.

Download the portable zip

Download and extract the generated zip bundle from here.
Run Invisiwind.exe. You will now be dropped into a terminal.

You can also directly invoke it with commandline arguments. Type invisiwind --help for argument specification.

FAQ

What OSes are supported?

Windows 10 v2004 or above. On previous versions of windows, a black screen shows up instead of hiding the window.

Do future instances of the application get automatically hidden?

Can I hide windows using a hotkey?

Yes! In the zip bundle you'll find a AutoHotkey script that hides windows when you press Ctrl+J. Feel free to customize.