What is VSCodium?

The source code for Microsoft's Visual Studio Code (VSCode) is released as open source under the MIT license, but the version available for download operates under a different license that does not qualify as free and open-source software (FLOSS) and includes telemetry functionalities. In response to this, the VSCodium project was established, enabling users to bypass the complexities of building from source by providing ready-to-use binaries. This initiative employs unique build scripts that retrieve Microsoft's VSCode repository, perform the required build operations, and then upload the resulting binaries to GitHub releases, ensuring that they are licensed under the MIT license and come without telemetry features. For Mac OS X Mojave users, if you see the warning “App can’t be opened because Apple cannot check it for malicious software” when attempting to open VSCodium for the first time, you can simply right-click the application and choose Open, a step that is only necessary during your initial launch on that particular operating system. Furthermore, extensive documentation is accessible for those wishing to switch from Visual Studio Code, along with resources to help troubleshoot any issues that may come up while using VSCodium. This comprehensive support guarantees that users are equipped with all the necessary information for a seamless and enjoyable experience. Ultimately, this effort emphasizes the importance of user choice and transparency in software usage.

Pricing

Free Version:
Free Version available.

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Company Facts

Company Name:
VSCodium
Company Website:
vscodium.com

Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Mac
Linux
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

VSCodium Categories and Features

Text Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

VSCodium Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: Vlastimil B.
    Position: IT Company Owner
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Telemetry-Free VS Code = Codium

    Date: May 16 2026
    Summary

    Microsoft’s vscode source code is open source (MIT-licensed), but the product available for download (Visual Studio Code) is licensed under this not-FLOSS license and contains telemetry/tracking. If you do not need AI and similarly do not want to be tracked by Microsoft, go for Codium, it's my absolute favorite editor.

    Positive

    + Telemetry-Free
    + Faster a bit than VS Code
    + AI-Free
    + Works Great for Shell Scripting
    + Optional GitHub Integration

    Negative

    There is absolutely nothing I dislike on this editor.

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