Safety Information

CodexSkin.download is designed with safety in mind. Learn what's in a skin package, how to review it, and what happens when you apply it.

What's in a Skin Package

Dream Skin packages are data-only archives. They contain no scripts, executables, or hidden payloads.

manifest.jsonLists all files and their purposes
theme.jsonColor and font configuration
background.webpYour custom background image (if applicable)
preview.webpPreview image of the skin
LICENSE.txtRights declaration for included assets
integrity.jsonChecksums for verification
README.mdInstallation and restore instructions

What's NOT in a Package

We explicitly exclude potentially harmful content from skin packages:

  • No executable files (.exe, .app, .sh, .bat)
  • No JavaScript or PowerShell scripts
  • No provider settings or account information
  • No API keys or credentials
  • No tracking pixels or analytics code
  • No network requests or external dependencies

How to Review Before Applying

1

Check the manifest

Open manifest.json to see all files in the package. Each file has a name, type, and purpose description.

2

Verify file types

Only JSON, WebP, and text files should be present. If you see executable files, scripts, or unknown file types, do not apply the skin.

3

Check the integrity summary

integrity.json contains checksums for each file. You can use these to verify that files haven't been tampered with.

4

Review rights declaration

LICENSE.txt declares the rights for any included assets. Only use skins with clear, permissive licenses.

Integrity Verification

Important: The integrity summary is a checksum, not a digital signature. It helps verify file integrity but does not prove authorship or provide legal certification.

The integrity.json file contains SHA-256 hashes for each file in the package. You can use these to:

  • Verify that files haven't been modified after creation
  • Confirm the package is complete and uncorrupted
  • Compare with the expected package contents

What Happens When You Apply a Skin

Native Theme

  • Modifies Codex appearance settings only
  • No file system changes
  • Easy to revert through settings

Dream Skin

  • Modifies Codex configuration files
  • Creates backup before changes
  • Restore script reverses all changes
  • No changes to Codex application binary

Report a Safety Concern

If you find a skin that contains unexpected files, scripts, or potentially harmful content, please report it immediately.

Report a safety concern

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