Key details of
CCleaner
CCleaner is a freeware system optimization, privacy, and cleaning tool. It serves the following purposes:
- Removing unused files: CCleaner helps free up valuable hard disk space by removing unnecessary files from your system.
- Speeding up Windows: Cleaning up your system allows Windows to run faster.
- Privacy: It cleans traces of your online activities, including your Internet history.
- Features:
- One-click cleaning: CCleaner offers an easy-to-use interface with one-click optimization for beginners.
- Advanced features: It also provides advanced features for power users.
- Platforms: CCleaner is available for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS devices.
- Additional Offerings:
- CCleaner Pro: A paid version with additional features.
- Driver Updater: Updates more than 70 million drivers.
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Developer's Description
CCleaner, originally known as Crap Cleaner, is a utility developed by Piriform Software. It has been around since 2004 and is one of the longest-established system cleaners. Here’s what it does:
- Cleaning Files: CCleaner helps remove potentially unwanted files from your computer. These files can clutter your system and slow it down. It also cleans up invalid Windows Registry entries, improving system performance.
- Platform Availability: Initially developed for Microsoft Windows, CCleaner now supports other platforms to o. There’s a macOS version (since 2012) and an Android version (since 2014).
- Features:
- Deletes unwanted files left by various programs (e.g., browsers, media players, office software).
- Clears browsing history, cookies, recycle bins, memory dumps, and more.
- Includes a registry cleaner to fix registry issues.
- Can uninstall programs and modify startup lists.