Free File Shredder

Free File Shredder is a desktop application that securely shreds files, entire directories, as well as the contents of the Recycle Bin with as little effort as possible.

The program comes in a straightforward interface with intuitive wizard steps provided, that makes it easy to configure by any type of users, even those less familiarized with this type of software.

All you have to do is select the types of objects to delete (files, folders, or Recycle Bin contents), pick the deletion method, and then proceed with the elimination task.

Multiple files can be added to the task list to remove at the same time. Alternatively, you can indicate a directory to delete, get rid of the files while preserving the folder on the disk, as well as include its subfolders. When it comes to the Recycle Bin information, the utility aims to overwrite the containing files and folders. It shows the number of items and total amount of used space, offering to reveal all contents in Windows Explorer.

Free File Shredder gives you the possibility to choose one of the three available shredding methods: “Quick delete” enables you to overwrite the selected files with pseudorandom data, “DoD 5220.22M” can be used for a thorough deleting process, while “Gutmann” method is considered extremely secure but slower. Alternatively, you can customize the number of passes (up to 999 times).

During the secure cleaning process, a progress bar is shown to inform you about the status of the current task.

Taking everything into account, Free File Shredder proves to be a reliable and useful tool that offers multiple secure cleaning methods for your files, folders and Recycle Bin contents. Its speed depends on the selected level of security.