Transform any Windows application into a portable, self-contained package

PortableXE Professional is a comprehensive tool that converts Windows executables and installers into portable applications that can run from any location without installation. Perfect for creating USB-portable software, testing applications in isolated environments, or maintaining clean systems.

• Multi-format Support: 7-Zip, Inno Setup, MSI, NSIS, InstallShield, and more
• Intelligent Detection: Automatically identifies installer types and extraction methods
• Fallback Mechanisms: Multiple extraction strategies ensure maximum compatibility

• PE Structure Analysis: Deep inspection of executable architecture and subsystem
• Installer Detection: Recognizes setup files vs. standalone applications
• Hash Verification: SHA256 checksums for file integrity

• Standard Directory Layout: App/, Data/, Documentation/, Plugins/
• Environment Isolation: Redirects AppData, Registry, and Temp folders
• Multiple Launchers: Batch, PowerShell, and conversion scripts included

• System Dependencies: Automatic Visual C++ Redistributable inclusion
• Registry Backup: Optional registry key preservation
• Compression Options: Configurable compression levels
• Detailed Logging: Comprehensive operation tracking

• Operating System: Windows 10/11 (64-bit recommended)
• Python: 3.8 or higher
• Memory: 4GB RAM minimum, 8GB recommended
• Storage: 500MB for application + space for portable apps

• 7-Zip: For advanced archive extraction
• innoextract: For Inno Setup installer processing

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/LMLK-seal/portablexe.git
cd portablexe

# Install required packages
pip install customtkinter tkinter pathlib configparser

# Install optional dependencies for enhanced functionality
pip install pywin32

Download the pre-compiled executable from the Releases page.

1. Launch PortableXE.py or the executable
2. Select your installer or executable file
3. Configure app name and output directory
4. Click "Create Portable App"
5. Done! Your portable app is ready

python PortableXE.py --input "installer.exe" --output "C:\PortableApps" --name "MyApp"

MyApp_Portable/
├── 📁 App/                    # Core application files
│   ├── MyApp.exe
│   ├── Dependencies/          # System libraries
│   └── ...
├── 📁 Data/                   # Portable data storage
│   ├── AppData/              # Redirected AppData
│   ├── Registry/             # Registry backups
│   └── Profile/              # User profile data
├── 📁 Documentation/          # User documentation
├── 📁 Plugins/               # Application plugins
├── 🚀 RUN.bat                # Quick launcher
├── ⚙️ MyApp.bat              # Advanced launcher
├── 🔧 ConvertInstaller.bat   # Installer converter
└── 📄 README.md              # Usage instructions

PortableXE stores configuration in %USERPROFILE%\PortableXE\config.ini:

[General]
default_output_dir = C:\PortableApps
theme = dark
auto_analyze = true

[Advanced]
include_dependencies = true
create_launcher = true
compression_level = 6

[Extraction]
timeout_seconds = 300
use_7zip = true
use_innoextract = true

Extraction Failed

• Ensure 7-Zip and innoextract are installed and in PATH
• Try running as administrator for system-level installers
• Check installer isn't corrupted or password-protected

Application Won't Start

• Verify all dependencies are in the Dependencies folder
• Check Windows version compatibility
• Review creation logs for missing files

Large File Sizes

• Adjust compression level in settings
• Exclude unnecessary language packs or documentation
• Use selective extraction options

1. Check the Creation Log tab for detailed error messages
2. Review generated README.md in the portable app folder
3. Enable detailed logging in configuration
4. Consult the ConvertInstaller.bat for manual conversion guidance

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

• 7-Zip project for archive extraction capabilities
• innoextract for Inno Setup installer support
• CustomTkinter for the modern GUI framework
• Microsoft for Windows Installer technology