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CCleaner Free v6.29.11342 Updated Adware

SYSTEM on 31 Oct 2024
  • 159MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 16 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by Ennovy

NOTE: Recent press about CCleaner indicates it may represent a privacy concern.

CCleaner is a feature-rich system optimization and privacy tool. The program cleans unused, temporary and log files from your system, as well as traces of online activities such as Internet history and flash cookies. The program contains startup controls for Windows, major internet browsers and context menu entries. Includes a separate registry cleaner, duplicate search, system restore tool and can wipe both deleted files and drive free space for security.

A 64-bit version is available (within the folder). Monitoring functions are only available in the pro version.

Additional cleaner rules can be using an unofficial set of community-developed set. It should be noted that many of these rules are alpha and the developers will not provide support for these rules, a thread in the users forum is dedicated to supporting the add-on rules.

Alternatively, ccPortable is also available.

Category:
Runs on:Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11
Writes settings to: Application folder
Dependencies: Administrator rights
Unicode support: Yes
License: Free for personal use
How to extract:
  1. Download the "Portable" ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice
  2. Delete License.txt and unnecessary language files
  3. Launch CCleaner.exe or CCleaner64.exe (for 64-bit OS)

If the "Portable" ZIP package is not yet available:
  1. Download the installer and extract CCleaner.exe or CCleaner64.exe and necessary language files using 7-Zip to a folder of your choice
  2. Create a file named ccleaner.ini in the same folder
  3. Launch CCleaner.exe or CCleaner64.exe (for 64-bit OS)

Don't forget to disable usage data sharing in 'Options' - 'Privacy'.
Similar/alternative apps: BleachBit, PrivaZer
What's new? See: https://www.ccleaner.com/ccleaner/version-history
Latest comments
Ennovy on 2022-08-27 15:06

I confirm writing to the registry (Windows 11):
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Piriform
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Piriform

shiny on 2024-03-13 10:21

not allowed to run in my region. Goodbye=)

Midas on 2024-03-13 10:27

@shiny: knowing which region that is could help others...

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LWServer v1.0 New

lwc on 17 Oct 2024
  • 2MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 10 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by lwc

LWServer is a small, quick and efficient multipurpose server, which your can enable and disable instantly:

  1. A HTTP/S proxy server that allows websites or other users to use your PC as a middleman (which can bypass websites that block their own IP addresses)
  2. A SMTP emulator that allows tesing mail clients by making them think your PC is a mail server (it's embeddable and thus can be seen in LWBlat GUI too)
In a possibly unique fashion, the server supports not just TCP but also UDP connections, which can be tested for educational reasons.

Category:
Runs on:Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10
Writes settings to: None
Stealth: ? Yes
Unicode support: Yes
Path portability: Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc)
License: GPL
How to extract:
  1. Download the ZIP package.
  2. Extract to a folder of your choice.
  3. Launch either the 64-bit (if your system supports it) or 32-bit EXE.
Similar/alternative apps: Trivial Proxy, Free SMTP Server

AkelPad v4.9.9 Updated

Ennovy on 18 Oct 2024
  • 554KB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 16 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by Fluffy

AkelPad is a plain text editor focused on speed and a small size. The program includes unicode support, available single-document and tabbed interfaces, unlimited file size, and multi-level undo, etc.
Support plugins.

Alternatively, AkelPad Portable portablizes recent files and search history and has both the 32- and 64-bit versions together and chooses the right one. An outdated version of X-AkelPad is also available.

Category:
Runs on:WinAll
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? Yes. If you set Recent Files and Search History to 0 as these are stored in the registry.
Unicode support: Yes
Path portability: Requires manual entry of drive-less absolute path (eg. \docs\personal\work.doc without the drive letter)
License: BSD
How to extract:
  1. Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice
  2. In AkelPad.exe folder, use a Unicode-aware editor to create AkelPad.ini the following four lines:

    [Options]
    SaveSettings=2
    RecentFiles=0
    SearchStrings=0


  3. Save AkelPad.ini as a Unicode-encoded file
  4. Launch AkelPad.exe
Similar/alternative apps: Notepad++, EditPad Lite
What's new?
  • Changed: during codepage recognition character "\xF1" now refers to 1251.
  • Changed: codepage recognition in "Recode" dialog in case of failure by
    values of "Ñodepage recognition" settings, tries to recognize by
    all encodings from the user list.
  • Changed: restoring selection when reopening the current file.
  • Changed: improved compatibility with Windows 11.
  • Added: possibility to save recent files and search history in ini file.
    Now program can be completely portable.
  • Added: possibility to use x86 and x64 version with the same settings. For this:
    - 64-bit AkelPad.exe rename to AkelPad64.exe. This name is used by AkelUpdater
    to update 64-bit version.
    - 32-bit AkelPad.exe and 64-bit AkelPad64.exe are in the same folder.
    - create a folder "[AkelPad]\AkelFiles\Langs64\" for 64-bit dll files.
    - create a folder "[AkelPad]\AkelFiles\Plugs64\" for 64-bit dll files.
    Settings of all plugins will continue to be stored in "[AkelPad]\AkelFiles\Plugs".
    - 64-bit AkelAdmin.exe rename to AkelAdmin64.exe.
  • Added: possibility to set ini file in command line.
  • Added: manual parameter "CreateFile" and flag 1 - use FILE_FLAG_WRITE_THROUGH flag
    when writing file. May be a solution if there is a risk of data loss due to
    power problems.
  • Added: manual parameter "MScrollSpeed" - scrolling speed after middle mouse click.
  • Added: opening a recent file with holding Shift, opens it in a new window (SDI).
  • Added: "Settings..." dialog now resizable.
  • Added: possibility to set negative line gap.
  • Added: manual flag 268435456 in the parameter "TabOptionsMDI" - close modified tabs first
    on exit.
  • Added: manual flag 16 in the parameter "CaretOptions" - caret horizontal indent isn't
    recovered after pressing Up, Down, Page Up, Page Down keys.
  • Added: optional parameter for command 4321:
    1 - close all modified tabs.
  • Added: optional parameter for commands 4153,4154:
    1 - cut/copy word under caret, if no selection;
    2 - cut/copy line under caret, if no selection;
    4 - cut/copy unwrapped line under caret, if no selection.
  • Added: optional parameter that specifies the new line format for commands 4153,4154,4155.
  • Fixed: reopening file with BOM, which has been deleted in third-party program.
  • Fixed: file symbolic link opening with "Watch file change" option.
  • Fixed: command line parameter /MainClass ignored option "Don't open a program twice".
Latest comments
__philippe on 2013-12-08 13:07

Akelpad v 4.8.6 released.

__philippe on 2015-06-04 09:04

Akelpad v4.9.4 released 03-JUN-2015 :
http://akelpad.sourceforge.net/en/download.php

Scores of plugins updated likewise :
http://akelpad.sourceforge.net/en/plugins.php

Wolfghost on 2015-06-04 12:10

@__philippe tx updated

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Mozilla Thunderbird, Portable Edition v128.3.1 Updated

Ennovy on 16 Oct 2024
  • 449MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 15 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by Eu Gene Lim

Mozilla Thunderbird is a skinnable, feature-rich email, calendar, task and instant messaging client with support for plugins and many protocols. It comes with advanced search tools, message filtering, Bayesian spam detector, built-in spell checker, mailbox compression and many more. Program features can be extended with add-ons, including a specialized version of email encryption tool GPG.

Email protocols include SMTP, POP3, IMAP (including uploads, albeit a date issue), NNTP and RSS and chat support for IRC, Twitter, XMPP, Google Talk, and Matrix. Also supports OAuth for use with accounts that require it instead of a password.

Mozilla Thunderbird, Portable Edition is a special build licensed by Mozilla. Alternatively, X-Thunderbird is also available. For XP/Vista, version 52.9.1 is available here.

Category:
Runs on:Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? Yes. Note that available add-ons may or may not break stealth status, writing to AppData\Roaming\Thunderbird
Unicode support: Yes
Path portability: Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc)
License: Launcher: GPL, Thunderbird: MPL
How to extract: Download the self-extracting EXE and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch ThunderbirdPortable.exe.
Similar/alternative apps: i.Scribe, Sylpheed
What's new? See: https://www.thunderbird.net/en-US/thunderbird/releases/
Latest comments
i_messed_up on 2020-05-22 15:13

I've noticed a folder in AppData/Roaming/Thunderbird/Crash Reports containing a file "InstallTime20191031083309" and an empty folder "events."

i_messed_up on 2020-05-26 21:32

Another folder: /AppData/Local/Thunderbird/updates/31986B0A98BCC43C

i_messed_up on 2020-05-30 22:26

Also found this key in the registry: Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Thunderbird\Crash Reporter

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iDailyDiary Free v4.40 Updated

Ennovy on 15 Oct 2024
  • 11MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 11 Mar 2024
  • Suggested by Allen Smith

iDailyDiary Free is a program tailored for taking daily notes, creating a journal, putting your thoughts into writing etc. The documents you create are encrypted and require a password to access. The built-in editor supports graphics, hypertext links and links to other diary pages. iDailyDiary is fully searchable so you can track down important dates and reminders. You can also export your diary to HTML web pages.

A "pro" version is available with additional features including spell checker, thesaurus, topics (group related entries), themes support (50+ themes included), tables, etc.

Category:
Runs on:Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10
Writes settings to: Registry: Last window location and last opened diary.
Stealth: ? No
Unicode support: No
License: Liteware
How to extract:
  1. Download the installer and extract to a temporary folder
  2. Move the contents of {app} to a folder of your choice
  3. Launch iDD.exe
What's new? See: https://splinterware.com/info/news.html
Latest comments
Mixture on 2011-12-29 00:32

I have version 3.41 and use it occationally.

@infestedtassadar-x17;
I found this in the Help file:
"All versions of iDailyDiary have always encrypted the diary data files, whether they are password protected or not. From version 3.00 the encryption has been improved to a 128bit Blowfish cipher."

Mixture on 2011-12-29 00:35

@infestedtassadar-x17;
If you need a formless text editor with strong encryption, please try CryptoTE 0.5.390.
https://idlebox.net/2009/cryptote/

dany on 2011-12-29 00:49

@Vavo: with the exception that the files reside encrypted on my HD at home and not unencrypted on an unknown and far away server which you have no control over.

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ScummVM v2.8.1 New

Andrew Lee on 15 Oct 2024
  • 179MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 29 Mar 2024
  • Suggested by lwc

ScummVM is an open-source platform that enables users to play classic adventure and RPG games. Originally designed to run games created with the SCUMM (Script Creation Utility for Maniac Mansion) engine by LucasArts, ScummVM has expanded to support a wide range of titles from different developers.

Instead of emulating the original hardware, ScummVM attempts to recreate the game engines underlying the games. This allows for better performance and compatibility across platforms while avoiding bugs that may be associated with original executables.

ScummVM offers features such as save state capabilities, improved graphics and audio settings, and support for modern control schemes such as touch screens. It is a great tool for gaming enthusiasts who wish to revisit classic titles on modern hardware.

Category:
Runs on:WinAll
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? Yes
License: GPL
How to extract: Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Create a blank file called scummvm.ini in the same folder. Launch scummvm-(version).exe.

NewFileTime v7.33 Updated

Ennovy on 15 Oct 2024
  • 130KB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 9 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by guinness

NewFileTime is a small but effective tool that provides you easy access to correct or manipulate any of the timestamps for any file and folder.

This is useful for other tools that rely upon timestamps (archiving and automation programs) or removing indicators that a file was modified recently (for security).

Category:
Runs on:Win98 / WinME / WinNT / Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? Yes
Unicode support: Yes
License: Freeware
How to extract:
  1. Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice
  2. Create an empty text file and name it NewFileTime.ini
  3. Launch NewFileTime.exe(ANSI) or NewFileTime_uc.exe(Unicode) or NewFileTime_x64.exe for 64-bit
Similar/alternative apps: Touch      (CLI 45KB) https://stevemiller.net/downloads/ctb11w32.zip
Filetouch (CLI 16KB) https://tinyurl.com/FileTouch
What's new? See: https://softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/NewFileTime/History
Latest comments
MIKLO on 2016-08-25 12:28

It works but its not the most user friendly app I've ever seen, but 2B fair it did change my file time with a little experimenting.
MIKLO

Wolfghost on 2016-12-04 22:45

So why it suddently write to appdata roaming too??

Special on 2017-03-14 01:20

"So why it suddently write to appdata roaming too??"

Notices this too, so it's not portable?

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EMDB v5.34 Updated

Ennovy on 15 Oct 2024
  • 8MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 15 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by MarkCo

EMDB (Eric's Movie DataBase) helps you keep track of your movie and television series collections, supporting both physical discs and media files. The program includes an automatic import from IMDB, thumbnail cover preview, a loan tracker, text or HTML, export to CSV, advanced search and filter functions.

Category:
Runs on:Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? No
License: Freeware
How to extract:
  1. Download and decompress the ZIP file.
  2. Extract setup.exe with nightly build of Universal Extractor to a folder of your choice. Delete Additional files.
  3. In that folder create a text file called emdb.cfg with the following content:
    [Paths]
    Backups = \Backups
  4. Run EMDB.exe
Similar/alternative apps: Ant Movie Catalog
What's new? See: https://emdb.eu/whats-new.html
Latest comments
hamasaki on 2017-10-12 02:47

It is not stealth, it adds an uninstall entry and a pile of registry keys.

Loreto on 2020-03-09 05:03

Viru detectedon 64bit file. I cannot download it.

Midas on 2020-03-10 10:11

@Loreto: EMDB has been in our database since 2016 and there have been no other such reports.

I'd advise you to try to download from the homepage and check any executables through virustotal.com/ before posting any scant reports...

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PotPlayer v241015 Updated

Andrew Lee on 15 Oct 2024
  • 122MB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 15 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by Ruby

PotPlayer is a feature-rich media player that plays hundreds of different video and audio formats without any dependency on installed codecs, as well as streaming media and DVD video. The program includes configurable subtitles, audio and subtitles delay adjustment, video equalizer, 3D capabilities, playlist support, bookmarks, audio visualizations etc.

The program can also capture video sequences and record audio, split video and add processing filters. It can sleep or shut down the computer after a timer finishes or at a set time.

Alternatively, PotPlayer Portable is also available.

Category:
Runs on:Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? No
Unicode support: Yes
License: Freeware
How to extract:
  1. Download the installer and extract to a folder of your choice
  2. Create an empty text file named PotPlayerMini.ini (PotPlayerMini64.ini for the 64-bit version) and paste the following contents:

    [Settings]

  3. Launch PotPlayerMini.exe or PotPlayerMini64.exe

Optionally, remove the following folders: $COMMONFILES, $PLUGINSDIR, and $SYSDIR
Similar/alternative apps: Media Player Classic - Home Cinema, VLC Media Player
What's new? See:
https://t1.daumcdn.net/potplayer/PotPlayer/v4/Update2/UpdateEng.html
Latest comments
Andrew Lee on 2023-07-08 08:07

@loin2kolpotoru: Any reference for this? The official website and a couple of places I search seems to indicate that it still supports WinXP.

loin2kolpotoru on 2023-07-09 14:58

I have personally tried to install latest version of PotPlayer on xp but it displayed error message PotPlayer only supports vista or later os.

Plus here we can see what is the last xp supported version -
https://www.videohelp.com/software/PotPlayer

Andrew Lee on 2023-07-10 01:49

@loin2kolpotoru: Thanks for the info! I have updated the entry and removed XP support.

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BrowsingHistoryView v2.59 Updated

Andrew Lee on 15 Oct 2024
  • 592KB (uncompressed)
  • Released on 14 Oct 2024
  • Suggested by Checker

BrowsingHistoryView reads the history data of popular Web browsers and then displays the browsing history in one table. The program includes visited URL, title, visit time, count, browser and user profile. It supports Internet Explorer, Firefox-based and Chromium-based Web browsers.

The program allows you see the browsing history of all user profiles in a running system, as well as backed-up profiles and is useful for usability testing, administrators and parents.

Data can be exported into a spreadsheet, html, or xml file from the user interface. Includes command-line options.

Category:
Runs on:Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10
Writes settings to: Application folder
Stealth: ? Yes
Unicode support: Yes
License: Freeware
How to extract: Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch BrowsingHistoryView.exe.
Similar/alternative apps: MZHistoryView, IEHistoryView, ChromeHistoryView
What's new?
  • Fixed bug: BrowsingHistoryView crashed when trying to read the IE database (WebCacheV01.dat) on Windows 11 24H2.
Latest comments
pacofdez on 2019-01-20 08:26

Is it possible to see the history of applications that use the IWebBrowser2 interface of IE/Edge?
For example µIE: http://pacofdez.cf/mie

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