Keep your sound where it belongs.

Tired of Windows switching your speakers or microphone every time something gets plugged in? AudioAnchor is a free, lightweight Windows tray app that puts your preferred playback and recording devices back the moment Windows changes them.

⬇ Download for Windows Installer (.exe) Portable ZIP

Windows 11 x64

See all versions on GitHub →

Windows may warn you before you run it. AudioAnchor's builds aren't code-signed yet, so you may see "Windows protected your PC" from Microsoft Defender SmartScreen. This is normal for a new, unsigned app and I'm currently working on fixing it. For now you can click More info, then Run anyway.

Why AudioAnchor

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Set once, stays put

Choose your speakers, headset, and microphones. AudioAnchor restores them the instant Windows tries to switch to something else, so plugging in a monitor, a dock, or a random USB device won't hijack your audio again.

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Handles disconnects gracefully

Unplug your preferred device and Windows can use a temporary replacement. AudioAnchor remembers your choice and switches straight back the moment it reconnects.

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Local, lightweight, and free

No account, no telemetry, no background service beyond a small tray app. Free for any noncommercial use under the PolyForm Noncommercial License.

Support me

AudioAnchor is free and always will be. If it's saved you from fighting with Windows audio settings, a coffee is always appreciated.