To ensure your system's safety, always prioritize official repositories or reputable mirror sites. 1. Official GitHub Repository (Recommended)
It lacks some of the heavier telemetry and auto-update features that can slow down older machines.
If you cannot access GitHub, these platforms host verified copies of the installer:
Version 1.7.9 is widely considered a "stable refuge" for users on legacy hardware. While newer versions offer updated security, they often drop support for older systems or introduce a "blank screen" bug on certain Linux distributions.
The safest way to get 1.7.9 is through the official balenaEtcher GitHub releases page . Here, you can find: balenaEtcher-Setup-1.7.9.exe macOS: balenaEtcher-1.7.9.dmg Linux: balenaEtcher-1.7.9-x64.AppImage 2. Trusted Third-Party Mirrors