Whirlpool File Checker

Although you might be fooled by a different name on a file you know, the computer knows for sure it’s the exact same thing. This is because each file is recognized by its hash code, which can also dictate its integrity. As such, Whirlpool File Checker helps you create and store hashes to files locally.

One of the main advantages is that it’s good to go from the moment download is done because it’s not packed inside an installer. Just be sure to use the version for your corresponding architecture. It doesn’t make changes to registry entries, so you can use it on other computers without worrying that the health status gets affected.

You’re greeted by a rather simplistic interface. Even so, features are quite easy to figure out, with straightforward file selection options and clear lists of files with hashes and all others. Note, however, that the application uses the Alternate Data Stream to store hashes on your computer, which means they can only be stored on NTFS file systems.

Whirlpool File Checker relies on the Whirlpool algorithm, which is a solid 512-bit hash function. It can process the content of an entire folder, or individual files. Drag and drop is a supported import method of you don’t want to use the browse dialog, which is rather poorly designed and somewhat difficult to use.

Once files are enlisted, the application displays files with and without hashes in two separate lists. Hashes can be created for all existing ones at the press of a button. Unfortunately, the program doesn’t actually display generate hash values, nor does it create a log file with processed items and hash values.

All things considered, we can state that Whirlpool File Checker is a reliable application which helps you store the original file hashes of files which might undergo changes on the long run. This helps you keep track of them by periodically checking your files or folders and updating hashes as necessary.