CCleaner
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4.2
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Developer
Piriform
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Category
Tools
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Version
24.12.0
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Android OS
4.4
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Downloads
570M
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Content rating
3
Pro
👍 CCleaner quickly removes unnecessary files—temporary files, caches, leftover installer data, and app junk—to free disk space and improve system responsiveness. Customizable cleaning profiles and scheduled runs let you reclaim storage and reduce clutter without manual intervention, helping older or low-storage PCs feel noticeably faster and more responsive.
👍 By clearing browsing history, cookies, cached web data and trackers, CCleaner helps protect your privacy and reduce targeted advertising. Secure deletion and Drive Wiper options overwrite free space to prevent file recovery. Its browser- and app-specific cleaning rules ensure sensitive information is removed while preserving items you choose to keep.
👍 CCleaner offers startup optimization, an uninstaller, and registry cleaning tools that reduce boot times and minimize software conflicts. One-click maintenance and scheduled cleaning simplify upkeep, and the lightweight interface uses minimal resources. Together these tools make system management accessible for nontechnical users while improving stability and everyday performance.
Con
👎 CCleaner collects diagnostic and usage telemetry by default and ties into Avast-owned services, which some users find intrusive. Although opt-out settings exist, the data collection and cloud interactions can raise privacy concerns for individuals and organizations that prefer strict data-minimization or have regulatory constraints.
👎 Aggressive cleaning or misused settings can remove cookies, saved passwords, or important system files, and the Registry Cleaner offers limited practical benefit while carrying risk. Improper registry or file removal can break applications or Windows stability; inexperienced users should back up before deep cleaning and avoid one-click “fix all” actions.
👎 The free edition frequently pushes upgrade prompts, bundled offers, and locks many useful features behind a paid tier, which frustrates users. Trust was also dented by the 2017 supply-chain malware compromise; although patched and audited afterward, that incident still raises concerns about long-term security safeguards and vendor reliability.
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