Free Backup and Disk Cleaning Software
In this category, FreebieList.com takes a look at the Internet's best disk and dial-up freeware, including backup software, disk cleanup utilities and more. If you happen to stumble across an outdated link, we'd very much appreciate it if you could report it.
Absolute Uninstaller
A free software uninstaller program from Glary Utilities. Absolute Uninstaller helps you remove unwanted software quickly and effectively (and without left-over files which can clutter and slow the performance of your PC).
Registry Life
This freeware registry cleanup utility from ChemTable Software will help you optimise your computer for maximum speed and efficiency. Registry Life's simple wizard-style interface makes it easy to tweak registry settings. The end result is a more stable and speedy computer!
AppRemover
A free "uninstaller" program for Windows, specifically designed to help you remove anti-virus software (which can be notorious to delete effectively). AppRemover ensures no files are left cluttering up your PC. If you've purchased a computer with anti-virus tools already installed (i.e. McAfee, Norton, Symantec, Trend Micro) and wish to have them removed, this is ideal.
Paragon Backup & Recovery 10 Free Edition
An excellent free backup (and file recovery) program from Paragon. This "two in one" utility takes the hassle out of making regular backups. As a result, you'll be able to save all your important files to an external disk or custom folder with ease. It also includes a backup schedular so you can automate when a backup takes place. Very useful!
MyDefrag
Not the prettiest of sites but one that houses an excellent (and free) disk defragmenter program. MyDefrag is a good alternative to the standard defrag program supplied with Windows.
ImgBurn
A simple and user-friendly program for performing a variety of disc-related burning, whether that be to CD or DVD. ImgBurn is especially good at writing ISO files to disc, but can also handle music and data file copying.
Uranium Backup Free
A free and simple backup program designed to create regular backups of your files. Its commercial counterpart packs more punch, but for general home use, this freeware tool is not bad at all. Features include: unlimited backup destinations, zip compression of files, in-build FTP client, e-mail notifications, backup log files and more.
EASEUS Todo Backup
It can be a nightmare if you lose important files on your PC. Thankfully, thanks to Todo Backup, an effective solution is available. Not only does this freeware tool backup your files, it can also restore them should disaster strike. Since the software uses a "wizard" interface for common tasks, it is also very easy to use.
Uninstall Tool
When you uninstall programs using The Add/Remove tool in Windows, files and folders can get left behind, hindering your computer's performance. Uninstall Tool on the other hand, is just as easy to use, but ensures a more thorough uninstall. Give it a go!
PowerTools Lite
Download this freeware registry cleaner and you will be able to identify and fix registry error, clean up unnecessary junk and leftover temporary files. PowerTools Life also has a multilingual user face and is straight-forward to use. The software will function on all modern versions of Microsoft Windows.
Ocster Backup Free
If there is one thing in plentiful supply, it's backup utilities. However, they are not all designed from the start to be fully automatic, unlike Ocster backup, which was designed with simplicity in mind. The program effortlessly creates copies of your files and stores them on external drives, USB disks, etc. To save time and be as efficient as possible, incremental backups are used (so only modified or new data is backed-up).
DiskDigger
A free and user-friendly file recovery program that's suitable for rescuing files which have accidentally been deleted (or even files deleted on purpose). DiskDigger functions on your local computer, but can also recover lost files on removable media such as USB flash drives, or even SD cards!
Prevent Restore
This handy freeware file shredder ensures deleted files and folders are truly gone forever. Nowadays, sophisticated recovery software can restore files even after a user has deleted them. However, use Prevent Restore and your files will be unrecoverable - even by advanced recovery software. You can use this to delete files from removable media (USB disk, CD-RW, etc.), and also on your local hard disk drive. If you're selling a computer, or simply wish to dispose of sensitive data in a safe manner, give this tool a try.
GFI Backup Home Edition
An easy-to-use, free and wizard-based backup utility that makes backing up your important files, photos and other documents a simple and straight-forward process. GFI exports backup files in .zip format (unlike some other programs, which export in their own proprietary format). Using this, you may backup to a removable hard disk, USB disk, or even remotely via FTP.
Paragon Rescue Kit Express
With this highly-rated freeware program you can easily create a computer recovery disk to deal with a variety of issues, especially boot problems (i.e. if your PC fails to boot correctly). Fortunately, if disaster strikes, Rescue Kit Express will help fix any problems encountered and also retrieves data and lost drive partitions.