KeyLogger

A lightweight, educational key logger written in C++ using native Windows API. This tool captures keystrokes before they are processed by the operating system and logs them to a file. It runs silently in the background with no visible window or console, and can be accessed via the system tray (under hidden icons).

⚠️ Disclaimer: This project is for educational purposes only. Do not use it for malicious activities.

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🛠️ How to Use

1. Clone the project.

2. Build it in Release mode using your preferred C++ development environment (e.g., MSVC or MinGW).

3. Add the compiled binary to Windows startup to run automatically on boot.

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🚀 Add to Windows Startup

To make the program launch at system startup:

1. Open the Registry Editor (regedit.exe).

2. Navigate to the following path:

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   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

3. Create a new String Value (Right-click > New > String Value).

4. Name it as desired (e.g., KeyLogger), and set its value to the full path of your compiled executable (e.g., C:\Path\To\KeyLogger.exe).

✅ Done! The application will now start automatically with Windows.

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📄 Accessing the Log

• You can open the log file by right-clicking the icon in the system tray and selecting the appropriate option (note: the icon may appear blank or hidden under the "Show hidden icons" menu).

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📬 Contact Me

• Email: iliyafaramarzi1384@gmail.com

• Telegram: @iliyafaramarzi