Frequently asked questions

Why does Windows show a warning when I install it?

You'll see "Windows protected your PC" (SmartScreen) the first time you run the installer. This happens because the installer isn't code-signed — a signing certificate costs real money on an ongoing basis, which isn't worth it yet for an early test build. It's not a sign of malware; it's Windows being cautious about any new, unsigned, low-download-count file, regardless of what's actually in it.

To proceed: click More info, then Run anyway. If you'd rather verify the file yourself first, here's a public VirusTotal scan of the exact installer, checked against roughly 70 antivirus engines.

Is it free?

Yes — Noctívago is pay-what-you-want on itch.io, including $0. It's an early/prototype build; the goal right now is finding out whether it's genuinely useful to people, not charging for it.

What platforms does it run on?

Windows only, for now.

Where did the window go? Clicking the icon doesn't open a second copy.

Only one copy of Noctívago runs at a time (from v0.1.266). If it's minimized or tucked into the tray, opening it again from the taskbar or Start menu brings the existing window back.

What audio formats can I import?

mp3, wav, ogg, flac, m4a, and opus.

Is Noctívago open source?

Yes — the source is public on GitHub at Venari-Hunt/Noctivago, under the Apache 2.0 license.

Was this built with AI assistance?

Yes, substantially — most of the code was written with an AI coding assistant. This is disclosed directly on the itch.io page as well.

Does it collect any data about me?

Noctívago has no analytics or telemetry. The only things it contacts the internet for are checking GitHub for a newer version (only in an installed build, and only ever after asking before actually downloading or installing anything), searching Freesound.org and YouTube if you use the Browse Sounds tab, the Noctívago community server if you use the Community tab (it stores what you choose to share, plus a scrambled version of your IP address for upload limits), and, if you use the "Add from link" feature, whatever URL you paste in yourself.

Where do I report a bug or leave feedback?

The comments on the itch.io page — bug reports, "I wish it did X," and general impressions are all genuinely welcome.