SwitchHosts
brew install --cask switchhosts
v5.0.1
Manage and switch between different host file configurations.
Why you might care
If you frequently need to change host file entries for local development, testing, or blocking domains, SwitchHosts provides a GUI to quickly switch between predefined host configurations without manual editing. Useful for developers working with multiple projects or testing environments.
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30-day installs · #487
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90-day · #580
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Links
- https://switchhosts.vercel.app/
- Brew formula source: Casks/s/switchhosts.rb
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