Free, full-featured 30-day trial version. If you have not purchased a licence key - read-only mode after 30 days.
Please Note: WinCatalog 2026 is a free upgrade for users, who purchased Lifetime Major Upgrades license or a license for WinCatalog 2024*.
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Free utility to browse and search through catalog files created by WinCatalog. Can be installed side-by-side with the main application.
Latest Version: 2026.1.1 / April 24, 2026
To install the latest version of WinCatalog 2026 to your computer please follow the steps below.
Be sure to check out the Quick Start Guide, How WinCatalog Works and Features to learn more about using WinCatalog 2026.
You can remove WinCatalog 2026 like any other Windows program. Follow these steps:
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For optimal performance, we recommend the following system requirements: a computer with Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows XP Service Pack 3 or Windows Vista.
Some optional features: ZIP compression of catalog backups, extracting text from PDF files, getting info from e-books, require Microsoft.Net Framework 4.8 or newer.
By downloading WinCatalog, you start a 30-day free evaluation period; during the evaluation period WinCatalog works without any functional limitations and turns to a read-only mode when the evaluation period expires. After the evaluation period ends (or earlier when you ensure that WinCatalog suits your needs), you may purchase an official license to remove all limitations.
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The WinCatalog Free Reader app complements the main WinCatalog 2026 version by providing users with a cost-free solution to browse catalog files, run searches, and generate reports.
This app proves invaluable for sharing read-only catalog copies, as it empowers recipients to explore catalog contents effortlessly when combined with the catalog file.
WinCatalog Free Reader is based on the main version of WinCatalog and serves to enchase accessibility, collaboration, and information sharing, making it an indispensable add-on tool for efficient catalog management.
WinCatalog Free Reader can be installed side-by-side with the main version of WinCatalog and work simultaneously.
You don't need a registration code to work with WinCatalog Free Reader.
| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Generator creates empty file | No channels scanned | Perform a full satellite scan |
| Duplicate names in WebIF | Same SID across two providers | Add CAID to the line (0500:SID not SID) |
| EPG still not working | Enigma2 itself doesn't use oscam.srvid for EPG | EPG needs epg.dat or Rytec sources; oscam.srvid is for OSCam WebIF only |
| File is not read | Wrong directory or permissions | chmod 644 oscam.srvid and check oscam.conf for srvid_file = path |
# Astra 19.2°E - Sky Deutschland
0EE1 3A|Sky Sport 1 HD
0EE2 3B|Sky Sport 2 HD
# Hotbird 13°E - RAI
1234 1ABC|Rai 1
1235 1ABD|Rai 2
OSCam is a widely used software cam for conditional access in Linux-based set-top boxes and servers. To function optimally, OSCam requires several configuration files. While oscam.server and oscam.user handle connectivity and authentication, the oscam.srvid (Service ID) file is strictly cosmetic and functional for logging. oscam.srvid generator
Problem Statement:
Without a valid oscam.srvid file, the OSCam web interface (monitor) displays only hexadecimal Service IDs (e.g., 6FAC) rather than the channel name (e.g., Discovery HD). This makes debugging and monitoring user activity difficult. Given that modern satellite/cable multiplexes contain thousands of services, manual creation of this file is unfeasible. | Problem | Likely Cause | Solution |
Objective: To design a generator script capable of sourcing service identification data and formatting it according to OSCam syntax requirements. # Astra 19
An OSCam.srvid Generator is a tool (usually web-based or a script) that compiles a clean, up-to-date list of Service IDs for you.
Open your new oscam.srvid in a text editor. The format must be strict:
Bad line: 0500 : 13df | BBC|
Good line: 0500:13df|BBC|BBC
WinCatalog works very simply. It catalogs files and folders on all your CDs, DVDs and hard drives, and builds fast index that lets you locate any file or folder almost instantly - without having to reach for the original CD or DVD!