Clash for Windows was popular; the author deleted the repo and stopped updates. Clash Verge Rev is a maintained Mihomo GUI alternative. Keeping CFW in 2026 is mainly a maintenance/security risk.
Subscription URLs usually import cleanly; large hand edits belong in Merge. Verify system proxy before Tun (Tun). Backup: backup.
CFW vs Verge Rev
| Clash for Windows | Clash Verge Rev | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Abandoned (repo deleted) | Maintained |
| Core | Old Clash / Clash.Meta | Mihomo-family |
| Risk | Fakes, no security fixes | Active updates |
| Migration | — | Import URL, move rules to Merge |
Where it differs from CFW
- Maintenance: CFW stopped; Verge Rev ships updates.
- Core: Mihomo-family, different defaults/integration.
- Platforms: broader Win/macOS/Linux coverage.
- Safety: abandoned clients attract fakes (safe or virus).
Shortest migration
- Install Verge Rev (download center); import the old URL.
- Move custom rules into Merge (Merge, routing).
- Quit CFW to avoid port fights (ports).
- Accept system proxy; then Tun. Boot issues: startup proxy.
Feels slower after moving
Lock the same node/test URL. Defaults, leftover CFW proxy, or dual clients are common. Then check peak load (slow speed, DNS). Don’t only test the browser (Tun & AI).
Before uninstalling CFW
Clear proxy/TUN leftovers (cleanup). Other shells: alternatives, vs other clients.