ClocX
What it is
ClocX is a free analog clock application for the Microsoft Windows desktop. It includes 350 configurable clock faces, three antialiasing levels, and 256 transparency levels with a mouse-over transparency option. Window controls can keep the clock always on top, pin it to the desktop, prevent movement, or allow clicks through it. Configurable alarms may show a window, play a sound, run an application, or shut down the computer. A simple calendar is included, and supported languages include Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, and Japanese. ClocX can start with Windows for all users or at the current user’s login. The maker describes it as freeware without ads, spyware, adware, or toolbars, and accepts donations. Download listings show version 1.6.0 in 32-bit and 64-bit editions for Windows XP SP2 through Windows 11. The FAQ describes lower process priority and CPU-reduction options.
For and against
For
- 350 configurable clock faces
- 256 transparency levels and mouse-over control
- Alarms can launch apps or shut down
- Includes a simple calendar
- No ads, spyware, adware, or toolbars claimed
Against
- Windows-only application
- Distributed as freeware with donation support
The verdict
ClocX provides extensive visual controls plus alarms and a calendar for Windows desktops. Its listed versions cover older and current Windows releases through Windows 11.
Who it suits
It suits Windows users wanting a customizable desktop clock with alarms, calendar functions, transparency, and multilingual support.
Plans and prices
ClocX
Freeware analog clock for Windows desktop
Read 9 Oct 2026 · clocx.net
On the record
- Alarms
- Configurable alarms can show an alarm window, play a sound, execute an application, or shut down the computer.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Calendar
- ClocX includes a simple calendar.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Donations
- ClocX is distributed as freeware, and the author accepts donations to support development and server costs.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Downloads
- The download page lists ClocX 1.6.0 in 32-bit and 64-bit versions and says version 1.6.0 supports Windows XP SP2 and higher, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Languages
- The application supports multiple languages, including Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, and Japanese.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Performance
- The FAQ says ClocX uses lower process priority by default and describes options for reducing CPU usage.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy claims
- The maker describes ClocX as free software with no ads, spyware, adware, or toolbars.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Product
- ClocX is an analog clock application for Microsoft Windows.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Startup
- ClocX can start automatically with Windows for all users or at login for the current user.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker welcomes bug reports, custom styles, and donation questions by email.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Transparency
- ClocX supports 256 transparency levels and a special mouse-over transparency function.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Visual customization
- The application includes 350 configurable clock faces or skins and three levels of antialiasing.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
- Window controls
- Window options include unmovable, always on top, pin to desktop, and click through.clocx.net · read 9 Oct 2026
