Safeguard sensitive data by securely and permanently deleting files, ensuring they are irrecoverable.
Shredder8 for Windows 8 is a freeware shred folder and secure cleaner developed by apparillos for Windows. It's user friendly, well-designed and straightforward.
The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below.
Permanently delete files from the Metro interface
Shredder8 allows you to permanently destroy file contents and wipe previously used storage space, so that old data can’t be restored even by advanced recovery tools.
Deleting a file or directory does not remove the contents. Recovery tools (both free and professional) can be used to restore the previous content. Shredder8 allows you to destroy the file contents prior to deleting files and directories.
Shredder8 also allows you to clean the existing free space of a storage device, where old file content may still exist.
You can choose out of a variety of standard cleaning algorithms, like U.S DoD 5220.22-M, British HMG IS5 (Enhanced), Russian GOST P50739-95, German VSITR, or just do a quick shred, which should be enough for most SSD based storage devices and USB flash drives.
Features of Shredder8 for Windows 8
- Batch file shredding: Shred multiple files or entire folders in a single operation for efficient and time-saving file deletion.
- Context menu integration: Shred files directly from the Windows Explorer context menu for convenient and quick shredding.
- Customizable shredding options: Configure shredding settings based on your security needs, including file overwrite methods and number of passes.
- File shredding algorithms: Utilize advanced shredding algorithms to ensure secure and irrecoverable deletion of files.
- File shredding verification: Verify and validate the successful shredding of files through detailed confirmation mechanisms.
- File size verification: Verify the size and integrity of shredded files to confirm successful and complete deletion.
- File wiping: Wipe free disk space to remove traces of previously deleted files and maintain privacy.
- Integration with Windows 8: Seamlessly integrated with Windows 8 for a smooth and intuitive user experience.
- Log and reporting: Keep a log of shredded files and generate reports for auditing and verification purposes.
- Password protection: Protect the shredding process and access to the software with password authentication.
- Quick and easy operation: Simple and intuitive interface for effortless file shredding, even for novice users.
- Schedule shredding tasks: Set up scheduled shredding tasks to automate the process and ensure regular secure file deletion.
- Secure file shredding: Permanently and securely delete sensitive files beyond recovery with this powerful file shredding tool.
- Stealth mode: Run the software in stealth mode to maintain confidentiality and discretion during file shredding operations.
- Temporary file cleanup: Clean up temporary files and other unnecessary data to free up disk space and enhance system performance.
Compatibility and License
Shredder8 for Windows 8 is provided under a freeware license on Windows from secure cleaning software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 2.2.0.0 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Shredder8 for Windows 8 run on?
Shredder8 for Windows 8 can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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