The Augmented Reality Tool Kit (ARToolKit) captures images from video sources, optically tracks markers in the images, and composites them with computer-generated content using OpenGL. Dual-licensed, under the GPL, plus commercially by ARToolworks, Inc.
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ARToolKit is a free software published in the Science list of programs, part of Education.
This Science program is available in English. It was last updated on 30 September, 2026. ARToolKit is compatible with the following operating systems: Linux, Mac, Windows.
The company that develops ARToolKit is philip_lamb. The latest version released by its developer is 2.72.1. This version was rated by 16 users of our site and has an average rating of 4.2.
The download we have available for ARToolKit has a file size of 14.8 MB. Just click the green Download button above to start the downloading process. The program is listed on our website since 2007-05-18 and was downloaded 11,428 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded software with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the ARToolKit as malware if the download link is broken.
How to install ARToolKit on your Windows device:
- Click on the Download button on our website. This will start the download from the website of the developer.
- Once the ARToolKit is downloaded click on it to start the setup process (assuming you are on a desktop computer).
- When the installation is finished you should be able to see and run the program.
