v1.0.86.2 — Now Available

Download AA-HUD

A persistent Windows security classification banner built for enterprise, government, and individual users. Two editions — one free, one GPO-managed.

Free Edition

HUD Personal

Free

For individual users. No IT department, no Group Policy, no elevation required. Configure your banner via a simple settings dialog and install in seconds.

Always-on desktop banner
Multi-monitor support
Settings dialog — no registry editing
No administrator rights required
Zero telemetry — completely local
STIG compatible

↓ Download HUD Personal (.msi)

Or install via Windows Package Manager

winget install AcaciaAve.HUD

Learn more about HUD Personal →

Enterprise Edition

HUD Enterprise

Commercial License

For organizations. Deploy and enforce classification banners across your entire Windows fleet via Group Policy — with Active Directory token substitution and tamper resistance.

Group Policy deployment (GPO)
ADMX/ADML policy templates included
Active Directory token substitution
Tamper-resistant — prevents unauthorized termination
Multi-monitor support
STIG compatible — zero new findings on DISA Win11 STIG V2R7

↓ Download HUD Enterprise (.msi) Contact Sales for Licensing →

System Requirements

Supported OS

Windows 10 (1809 or later) — 64-bit
Windows 11 — 64-bit
Windows Server 2019 (Desktop Experience)
Windows Server 2022 (Desktop Experience)
Windows Server 2025 (Desktop Experience)
Server Core supported with reduced functionality

Prerequisites

Microsoft Visual C++ 2015–2022 Redistributable (x64)
Download from Microsoft →

HUD Enterprise Only

Domain-joined environment recommended for GPO features
Active Directory required for token substitution ({DISPLAY_NAME}, {TITLE}, etc.)