Secure File Deleter

2317 File shredder for Windows

Sven Sorensen

Software utility designed to securely delete sensitive files from your storage device, ensuring they cannot be recovered.

Freeware file deleting software download, reviewed by Sven Sørensen
Packs a simple interface and intuitive functions - Screenshot of Secure File Deleter
Allows you to configure several parameters before removing the content - Screenshot of Secure File Deleter
Deletes single items or an entire folder's worth of files - Screenshot of Secure File Deleter
User interface - Screenshot of Secure File Deleter
Secure File Deleter screenshot
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Securely and permanently delete files within a couple of steps.

Secure File Deleter is a freeware, or more precisely, a freemium file deletion tool.

With this application, you are able to accomplish a complete and utter destruction of the files you add to it. It does this by perform multiple passes after a file has been deleted and using different algorithms to do this.

Using Secure File Deleter is very simple and includes a wizard-like process. Just drag-and-drop files from Windows Explorer into the main interface and follow the steps.

Options here include overwriting data with random characters, deleting file usage data and empty file to destroy the MFT chain. Anti-recovery options are further available: rename the file to a random name, overwrite the contents of the file and finally, select the algorithm for secure deletion (DOD 5220.22-M, Gutmann method, GOST R, RCMP TSSIT OPS-II, Schneider, etc.)

A final screen asks for confirmation to complete a deletion of the selected files that have been fed into Secure File Deleter.

Features of Secure File Deleter

  • Batch file deletion: Delete multiple files or folders in a single operation for time-saving efficiency.
  • Context menu integration: Access Secure File Deleter's features conveniently from the right-click context menu.
  • Custom deletion methods: Define your own deletion methods with customizable settings.
  • Detailed deletion reports: Generate reports with detailed information about deleted files and folders.
  • File shredding: Shred and overwrite files with random data to ensure complete eradication.
  • File wiping: Wipe free disk space to remove traces of previously deleted files.
  • Integration with file managers: Seamlessly integrate with popular file managers for easy access and execution.
  • Log file generation: Generate log files to keep a record of file deletion activities.
  • Multi-language support: Use the software in your preferred language for a personalized experience.
  • Multiple deletion methods: Utilize various advanced deletion algorithms for secure data removal.
  • Schedule deletion tasks: Set up scheduled tasks for automatic and regular file deletion.
  • Secure file deletion: Permanently delete files from your computer without the possibility of recovery.
  • Stealth mode: Run Secure File Deleter in the background without interrupting your workflow.
  • User-friendly interface: Navigate the software effortlessly with its intuitive design.
  • Verification options: Verify the success and irrecoverability of file deletions.

Compatibility and License

Secure File Deleter is a restricted version of commercial software, often called freemium which requires you to pay a license fee to unlock additional features which are not accessible with the free version. Download and installation of this software is free, however other similar programs are available from secure cleaning software which may have what you need. 2317 is the latest version last time we checked.

Is Secure File Deleter for Windows 10?

Yes. It can run on a PC with 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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  2. Free Secure Cleaning Software
  3. File Deleting Software
  4. Software for Windows 10
Secure File Deleter has been picked by our editors as excellent.
Secure File Deleter has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested Secure File Deleter 2317 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.