Homebrew enabler
The core job. GoldHEN patches the running system so signed checks step aside and homebrew packages install and launch.
FW 5.05 to 11.00
NEW Version 2.4b18 adds a Cheat Downloader and FW 10.50 to 10.71
FREEV2.4b182.9k ★
The PS4 homebrew enablerGoldHEN
GoldHEN adds homebrew, a cheat menu, plugins and FTP to your PS4 on firmware 5.05 to 11.00. Prep it from your Mac in two minutes.
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GoldHEN
Server Settings Cheat Menu Plugins Debug Settings Package Install System InformationServer Settings
FTP Server :2121
BinLoader Server :9090
Klog Server :3232
FPS Counter
Block FW Update
$0Free forever, no paid tier
2.9kGitHub stars
11Firmware versions supported
5.05+Lowest PS4 firmware
Whatever you want from your PS4, GoldHEN handles it.
Pick a job. Each one lives right inside the GoldHEN menu on your console.
Run PS4 homebrew apps
Install homebrew packages straight from a USB drive or the internal /data/pkg folder. Media players, save managers and emulators show up on your home screen like any other app.
- Internal pkg install from /data/pkg
- External HDD and official HDD format support
Cheats for single-player games
The integrated GoldHEN cheat menu loads trainers while you play. Version 2.4b18 adds a Cheat Downloader, so new cheat files land on the console without a computer.
- JSON, SHN and MC4 cheat formats
- Toggle cheats mid-game from the overlay
Move files from your Mac
Turn on the FTP server and connect from Finder, Transmit or ForkLift on port 2121. Back up saves, copy screenshots and push packages over your home network.
- FTP server on port 2121
- Remote package install over the network
Mod games with plugins
GoldHEN plugins patch games at launch. Players use them for frame rate patches, game fixes and quality-of-life tweaks from the public plugin repository.
- Official GoldHEN Plugins SDK
- Per-title loading by Title ID
Everything GoldHEN adds to your PS4
GoldHEN by SiSTRo packs 23 tools into one payload. Load it once per boot and the whole set waits in Settings.
Cheat menu and downloader
Open the overlay in any supported game and flip trainers on or off. The new downloader keeps the cheat library current.
New in 2.4b18Built-in network servers
FTP, BinLoader and Klog servers run on fixed ports. Your Mac talks to the console with tools you already know.
2121 · 9090 · 3232Plugins support
Drop .prx plugins into the GoldHEN folder and assign them per game. Patches load at boot of each title.
Plugins SDKFPS counter and debug settings
Show live frame rate in the corner, read the Title ID label and open debug settings from the GoldHEN menu.
OverlaySafe by design
A firmware update block stops surprise system updates. Rest mode support keeps GoldHEN alive through suspend.
FW Update BlockTerminal installation
Advanced users can grab the latest GoldHEN release on a Mac with a single command.
$ gh release download 2.4b18 --repo GoldHEN/GoldHEN
# Downloads every 2.4b18 asset into the current folder
How to open Terminal on Mac
- 1Press ⌘ + Space to open Spotlight.
- 2Type Terminal in the search field.
- 3Hit Return and a new shell window opens.
Installation via Terminal command
- 1Copy the command above and paste it into Terminal.
- 2Press Return and unzip the archive in Finder.
- 3Copy goldhen.bin to the root of an exFAT USB drive for your PS4.
No GitHub CLI? Install it from cli.github.com, or grab the ZIP.
Download ZIPHow GoldHEN works on your PS4
Three moves from a stock console to a homebrew-ready one.
01
Load the payload
Run your firmware's loader with goldhen.bin on USB. On 9.00 to 11.00 the PPPwn stage2 copies it to internal storage for next time.
02
Open the GoldHEN menu
A GoldHEN banner confirms it loaded. Head to Settings and the new GoldHEN entry holds every option.
03
Install, mod and play
Install homebrew packages, switch on cheats or plugins and start your game with the overlay ready.
Three ports turn your Mac into a PS4 workbench
GoldHEN opens network servers on fixed ports. Point Transmit at 2121 for files, send a payload to 9090 or tail kernel logs on 3232.
Connect over your local network only. Keep the console off PlayStation Network while homebrew runs.
2121FTP ServerSaves, screenshots and packagesFinder · Transmit
9090BinLoader ServerSend trusted payloads onlyexperimental
3232Klog ServerLive kernel log for debugginguserland
Ways to get GoldHEN
Every build is free. Pick the channel that fits how you set up your console.
Stable release
Free
For older setups that want the last non-beta build.
- GoldHEN v2.3 marked Latest
- Plugins and FPS counter included
GitHub pre-release
Free
For anyone on 9.00 to 11.00 using PPPwn.
- GoldHEN v2.4b18 with Cheat Downloader
- Firmware 10.50 to 10.71 support
- Better rest mode
Support the developer
Any amount
For regular users who want GoldHEN to keep moving.
- Ko-fi tips go to SiSTRo
- GitHub Sponsors also open
Official builds on GitHub
No ads, no paid tier
Built-in firmware update block
GoldHEN vs other PS4 HEN options
How the most used PS4 homebrew enabler stacks up against the alternatives.
| Feature | GoldHEN | PS4 HEN (Vortex) | Mira | Stock firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Included |
| Runs homebrew packages | ||||
| Firmware 11.00 support | n/a | |||
| Integrated cheat menu | ||||
| Built-in FTP server | ||||
| Rest mode support | n/a | |||
| FPS counter overlay | ||||
| Firmware update block |
GoldHEN data from the official 2.4b18 release notes.
Why players pick GoldHEN
One payload, 23 tools
Cheats, FTP, plugins and debug in a single load.
Free updates
New firmware support ships at no cost.
Clear guides
Official docs live on goldhen.github.io.
Big community
2.9k stars plus an active Discord for help.
What GoldHEN users say
Real setups across PS4, Slim and Pro consoles.
Moved my PS4 Pro to 11.00 with PPPwn and GoldHEN loaded on the first try. The cheat downloader in 2.4b18 grabs everything without a PC.
Marco T.The FTP server on port 2121 is the reason I use GoldHEN. I drag save backups from my console to my Mac in Transmit and that is it.
Hannah W.Rest mode finally works the way it should. I suspend the console at night and GoldHEN is still active when I wake it up.
Daniyal R.Great homebrew enabler. I still need to reload it after a full power off, which is expected, but the USB method makes that quick.
Lucas B.The FPS counter helped me compare boost mode across games on my PS4 Pro. Plugins in GoldHEN are simple to manage.
Sofia K.Firmware update block is the first thing I turned on. No more surprise system updates killing my homebrew setup.
Ethan P.Remote package install from my laptop saves me from walking USB drives back and forth. GoldHEN on 9.00 has been rock steady.
Ayesha N.I came from the old Vortex HEN on 5.05. GoldHEN gave me a real settings menu, a cheat overlay and FTP without extra payloads.
Tomás G.Downloaded the GoldHEN release on my MacBook, formatted a stick in Disk Utility and had homebrew running on 10.71 in ten minutes.
Priya S.GoldHEN questions, answered
What is GoldHEN?
GoldHEN is a free homebrew enabler for the PlayStation 4 made by SiSTRo. Once loaded, it adds a GoldHEN menu to Settings with homebrew support, a cheat menu, plugins, debug settings, an FPS counter and network servers.
Is GoldHEN free?
Yes. GoldHEN has no paid tier and every public build sits on the official GitHub releases page. Donations on Ko-fi and GitHub Sponsors are optional.
Which PS4 firmware does GoldHEN support?
GoldHEN v2.4b18 lists 5.05, 6.71, 6.72, 9.00, 9.60, 10.00, 10.01, 10.50, 10.70, 10.71 and 11.00. Consoles on 11.02 or higher fall outside this release.
Is GoldHEN permanent?
No. GoldHEN runs in memory, so you load it again after a full power off. Rest mode support keeps it active through suspend and resume.
Can I use GoldHEN on a Mac?
GoldHEN runs on the PS4, not on macOS. Your Mac handles the prep: download the release, format an exFAT USB drive and move files over FTP on port 2121.
What is new in GoldHEN 2.4b18?
Version 2.4b18 brings a Cheat Downloader, firmware 10.50, 10.70 and 10.71 support, better rest mode, a fix for saving server settings and a Klog server moved to userland.
Is GoldHEN safe to use?
The developer marks the BinLoader server and cheat menu as experimental. Load payloads only from authors you trust, keep the update block on and stay off PlayStation Network while homebrew runs.
Where can I download GoldHEN?
Grab it from the official GitHub releases page. On a Mac with GitHub CLI you can also run gh release download 2.4b18 --repo GoldHEN/GoldHEN.
Get GoldHEN on your PS4 today
Free download, official builds and a full homebrew toolkit for firmware 5.05 to 11.00.