Windows Defender is flagging CCleaner as a Potentially Unwanted Application
Microsoft doesn't like bundled software
10+ Tools for Finding and Deleting Duplicate Files on Windows
We've covered many ways that you can save space on your storage drives over the years and deleting duplicate files on your system could easily result in a sizable clean out if only a few large files are found. Although Windows doesn't provide a direct solution, there are many apps that can help, so here's a quick look at them.
CCleaner may be installing Avast anti-virus without your permission
Avast is acting more like the malware it's supposed to defend against
Ways to Free Up Storage Space on Windows
Gigabytes are cheaper than ever but they can also be the sort of thing where the more you have, the more you tend to consume, and it doesn't take long for the terabytes to fly by if you spend a lot of time on your computer. If you're wanting to clean up your drive, this guide will serve you regardless of your current storage solution.
What Are the Best CCleaner Alternatives?
For a long time CCleaner has been the most popular system-cleaning tool for Windows, extending its reach to other platforms like macOS and Android phones. However since security giant Avast acquired it last year, it's been a stormy ride that's had many doubting how effective or trustworthy the tool really is. Let's take a look at some alternatives.
CCleaner update removed following outcry over privacy concerns
More problems for the popular system-cleaning tool
Avast reveals how attackers compromised CCleaner last year
It all started with re-used passwords
CCleaner attack targeted large technology and communication companies
This wasn't your run-of-the-mill malware attack
CCleaner looks to vindicate itself with new version
This week CCleaner was in the middle of a big scandal. And now the Avast-owned company looks to win back the trust of the world with new app versions which they promise are clean and signed with new digital signatures. CCleaner is available in Standard, Slim and Portable packages.
Malware discovered in CCleaner put millions of users at risk
Make sure you update to the latest version
Avast acquires Piriform, the maker of CCleaner and Speccy
A year after it acquired AVG Technologies
CCleaner 5.28 improves Chrome and Opera history cleaning
A popular essential app, CCleaner removes unused and temporary files from your devices giving you more storage space. CCleaner's often solid advice translates into a one-click solution to gain back space, a lifesaver for those of us who rely on somewhat scarce SSD storage. The latest Windows version improves Chrome and Opera history cleaning, and Firefox session and cache cleaning, among other things. There's also CCleaner Portable, for Android and for Mac, free of charge.