| Feature | Official QGIS (qgis.org) | QGIS Kuyhaa | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Free | Free | | Safety | 100% secure (HTTPS, SHA256 hashes) | Unknown (high risk of malware) | | Update frequency | Weekly dev builds, monthly point releases | Rarely updated (one-off repack) | | Portable version | No (but can be installed via OSGeo4W) | Yes (often bundled) | | Plugin compatibility | Full | Broken in many repacks | | Support forums | StackExchange, GIS Stack, Reddit | None |
It is important to clarify that QGIS (Quantum Geographic Information System) is already free and open-source software
For the user still tempted by "Kuyhaa," here is a simple walkthrough: