cx_Freeze

Freezes Python scripts into executables that work across platforms.

Made by Anthony Tuininga

  • Software developer

  • packaging

  • python-to-exe

What is cx_Freeze?

cxFreeze is a cross-platform toolkit designed to convert Python scripts into standalone executable files. Leveraging the zip import facility introduced in Python 2.3, cxFreeze offers a versatile solution for packaging Python applications, enabling seamless deployment across various operating systems. Unlike alternative tools like py2exe and py2app, which are platform-specific, cxFreeze caters to a broader range of platforms, ensuring compatibility with any environment where Python is supported. By transforming Python scripts into executable files, cxFreeze simplifies the distribution and installation process, making it easier for users to access and run the application without the need for a separate Python installation

Highlights

  • Cross-platform compatibility: cxFreeze works on any platform where Python is supported, unlike platform-specific tools
  • Zip import facility: Utilizes the zip import facility introduced in Python 2.3 for efficient packaging
  • Standalone executable generation: Converts Python scripts into standalone executable files for easy distribution and installation.

Platforms

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Mac

Languages

  • English