notepad++ / mac / text editor

Notepad++ project lead Don Ho warns that a website (notepad-plus-plus-mac.org) is falsely presenting an unauthorized macOS version of Notepad++, misusing the project's trademark and even posting Ho’s name and biography to appear legitimate. Ho emphasizes that Notepad++ has never released a macOS build and that the site is not affiliated, authorized, or endorsed by the project. He says the impostor has already misled users and some tech media, and that he has contacted the site owner and is awaiting a response. Ho asks community members to correct misinformation across social platforms and link to his announcement to protect the project and its users.

Notepad++'s creator Don Ho warns that a website (notepad-plus-plus-mac.org) is falsely advertising an official macOS port of Notepad++, misusing the project's trademark and even featuring Ho's name and bio without authorization. The project has never released a macOS version, and the site is unaffiliated, misleading users and some tech media. Ho says he has contacted the site owner and is awaiting a response, and asks the community to correct posts that promote the fake release. This matters because trademark impersonation can harm users, spread malware or unwanted software, and damage the reputation of open-source projects and developer tools. Community vigilance and takedown or legal action may be needed.