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WipeFile

WipeFile is a Windows program for securely deleting files and folders, including folder shredding.

Place
#21 of 26
Score
5.7
WipeFile's website

What WipeFile is

WipeFile is a Windows program for securely deleting files and folders, including folder shredding. The archived version listed is WipeFile 3.6, distributed as a 183 KB ZIP archive. It is freeware, listed as free, and has a free plan; no free trial is listed. The maker lists Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 as supported, and Microsoft .NET Framework 4 is among the requirements. Development has been discontinued. The maker says the download will remain available only for a limited time before the program is removed, which is an important consideration for anyone deciding whether to use it. Gaijin.at describes its software as freeware applications. Its software page invites visitors to support further free publication with a PayPal donation and links to other support options.

Good

  • Deletes files and folders securely.
  • Supports folder shredding.
  • Freeware with a free plan.
  • Supports Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11.

Watch out

  • Development has been discontinued.
  • Download availability is limited.
  • Requires Microsoft .NET Framework 4.

Who it suits

WipeFile may suit Windows users who need to securely delete files or folders. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs a program with ongoing development or dependable future availability.

Verdict

WipeFile covers secure deletion of files and folders on supported Windows systems. Its discontinued development and time-limited download availability should factor into the decision.

Plans and prices

From WipeFile's own pricing page, checked 4 Oct 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
WipeFile 3.6FreeFreeware · ZIP, 183 KB · Windows 7/8/10/11 · Microsoft .NET Framework 4 · development discontinued; download available for a limited time

The facts

Each one read from WipeFile's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

Availability
The maker says development has been discontinued and the program can still be downloaded for a limited time before it is removed.checked 4 Oct 2026
Distribution
Gaijin.at’s software page describes its software as freeware applications.checked 4 Oct 2026
Download
The listed download is a ZIP archive of 183 KB.checked 4 Oct 2026
Operating systems
The maker lists Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 as supported operating systems.checked 4 Oct 2026
Publisher
The Gaijin.at imprint names Werner Rumpeltesz as the website owner.checked 4 Oct 2026
Publisher location
The imprint gives the address as Dietmannsdorf 22, 2051 Zellerndorf, Austria.checked 4 Oct 2026
Purpose
WipeFile deletes files and folders securely and quickly.checked 4 Oct 2026
Runtime
The listed requirements include Microsoft .NET Framework 4.checked 4 Oct 2026
Support
The software page invites users to support further free publication with a PayPal donation and links to other support options.checked 4 Oct 2026
Version
The archived version listed is WipeFile 3.6.checked 4 Oct 2026

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