Classic Start 8 is a free desktop enhancement program that brings back the classic Start menu and taskbar user interface to Windows 8 and Windows 10. With Classic Start 8, users can quickly and easily access their programs, documents, photos, music, videos and other files. The program also includes a customizable Start menu, allowing users to add and remove items and folders, and even customize the menu layout. Classic Start 8 also includes several built-in skins, allowing users to customize the look and feel of their Start menu and taskbar. Additionally, Classic Start 8 also offers support for Windows 8's modern UI, allowing users to switch between the classic and modern interfaces.
Discontinued The program does not seem to be updated anymore. The social pages have not been updated since 2014. The latest version can still be downloaded from the official website.
Discontinued The program seems to be no longer updated. The latest version, 1.98, released in June 2015, can still be downloaded from the official website.
Bundleware The installer may contain third-party software. Be careful during installation: https://alternativeapp.info/discussions/applications/11718/be-careful-in-the-installation/
Discontinued The program is no longer updated. The latest version, 1.2.111.0, released in December 2014, can still be downloaded from the official website.
Discontinued The developer announced that Classic Shell will no longer be developed because Windows 10 is updated too frequently and because Microsoft makes it harder to customize Windows: http://www.classicshell.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t= 8147 The latest version, 4.3.1, released in August 2017, can still be downloaded from the official website, along with the source code.