Portable applications (Portable) are a special category of programs that have many advantages, the main one being the absence of their installation on our computer. As you can see, this feature frees us from the installation and uninstallation process and from the possibility of losing all our installed applications in case of failure or forced formatting of our hard drive, while also allowing us to install them on any USB stick to run them on any computer. The only downside may be that in some cases it may be slower, but this is mainly due to the fact that USB sticks typically have lower read and write speeds than hard drives.
However, the ability to run our favorite applications and games on any computer without any installation and without leaving digital traces is a very powerful temptation to use them. Of course the range of these applications is very large, however we choose the ones that we think are most useful for a user.
THE APPLICATIONS
- My PC patch : Portable trusted utility designed to test your system for updates, updates from Adobe Reader, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Flash, Mozilla Firefox, Oracle Java, Apple Quicktime, Apple iTunes, Microsoft Updates, and more. When you run the program it will automatically scan your computer, if your software is not recently updated it will show it in red, if it is updated it will be displayed in green, and if it is not installed it will be displayed in black.
- Etcher : Etcher is an open source application that allows you to create bootable USB sticks. It only allows you to select removable devices, thus reducing the chance of accidentally erasing a fixed drive. Once the image is written, Etcher validates the results to ensure that it will work properly. It supports image formats, ISO, IMG, RAW, and other types. Etcher copies images byte by byte, without doing any conversion on the final device, which means that images that require special processing to become bootable, such as Windows images, will not work. In these cases, the general advice is to use software specifically for this type of image.
- USB Write Protect : This application is very useful and interesting since in a very simple way it gives you the possibility to protect files contained in your USB storage devices from error, modification or deletion and prevents the unauthorized user from connecting USB devices, storing them and copying them of your valuable files. Using the program is very simple, after unzipping the program you run it and depending on what you want to allow or not you choose the corresponding setting. Finally you can protect your settings with a password, the program does not need installation. However, to work properly from windows and above run it with administrator privileges.
- Unchecky : I think you have all found yourself during an installation in a position to realize that the installer of the application is trying to go beyond the main program and other applications that in most cases have nothing to do with it and are usually ad versions of some other programs. , in the worst cases applications that change with so I want for example your search engine and in the most extreme cases even potentially malicious applications. Of course, the latter case is something that we do not easily encounter, but it does not cease to exist. Before we proceed to the description of the program, I would like to draw your attention to the supervision during the installation of a program so that every click you make you see the installation panel to proceed so that you are aware of what you are going through and do not mechanically click next next etc. Today's application will be very useful to us and when it detects the existence of such programs it will automatically inform us. Even in most cases it will automatically deselect the default checked boxes that lead to the installation along with the main program and unwanted applications. Click on the application and it will run as a service on your computer, if you now want to revoke its use click on the application again to stop it.
- Privacyr : There are several ways to completely delete and unrecoverable your sensitive data, but PrivaZer is the software that makes the difference since in addition to its flawless operation, it is also available completely free of charge compared to similar professional programs. PrivaZer is the application that will clean your computer in depth and remove unwanted traces of your activities not only on your computer but also on external devices such as hard drives, flash memory, SD cards and even online storage drives.
- SyMenu : SyMenu is a USB application that can work even with your computer's hard drive. You can customize it easily and quickly by adding links from Portable programs, files, folders and URLs. The function is as follows, after downloading the application, unzip it to your hard disk (in a folder) or to a USB Stick. Open the folder and run the SyMenu icon. You will see the application icon appear at the bottom of the TaskBar and click Download Applications.
- PortableApps.com Platform : It is a portable application with which you can create and manage your own collection of portable applications. You start with a blank USB stick, for example, you can install them there first, and find the applications that interest you. There are games, media players, browsers and internet tools, productivity applications, security tools and more, over 200 applications in total. Once the process is complete, you will have a handy portable toolkit that you can run on any computer. To make your own version, after downloading the application, install it on your hard drive or on a USB stick, as soon as the program window opens, click on the application management button and select the applications you want to install. More specifically, select to download more applications per category and click on the applications you want to install.
- Free Audio Video Pack : Free Audio Video Pack is a collection of video converters that helps you convert videos between almost all formats such as AVI, MPEG, MP4, MOV, WMV, FLV, M4V, 3GP. The package also includes specialized converters for converting audio and video files for Zune, iPod and PSP. In addition, the collection contains audio extractor converter, which allows you to extract audio tracks from video files and convert audio files among the most important audio formats (MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV, AAC, AC3, FLAC). To be able to decompress the file you will need to download 7-ZIP and install it on your computer or open it with another program with 7-Zip support. Do not run the program from the 7z file but unzip it to a folder first. From the folder that will appear after the decompression of the application you will run through this FreeAudioVideoPack icon. You do not need to install anything on your computer since the application is completely portable and can even run through a stick.
- URC Access Modes : There are many cases where you may want to disable the arbitrary transfer of files by third parties to and from your computer via USB devices and you do not know exactly how to do it. URC Access Modes is a free utility made for this purpose and allows you to manage access at will and not only to USB drives. As you can see for yourself, it gives you the ability to fully configure access to USB devices, lock CD/DD devices but also disable many other Windows features.Now, to apply any of the features of the program the way is simple, just select the specific feature and then click the Apply button to activate the changes.
- Free Address Book : Free contact management address book, with which you can note the addresses, birthdays, phone numbers, mobile, fax, company name, country, city, street, and email addresses of your contacts and associates. Includes, easy search for contact details, printing of the contact list and details, customizable print settings, photo placement, easy personal information management (PIM), portability, (you can run it from a USB drive), custom fields, free support, creation of contact groups, birthday reminder, CVS import and export. Suitable for professional use as well. Will run on all Windows.
- SterJo NetStalker : This simple application works as a firewall software and can protect your computer from any unwanted internet activity. It will monitor the TCP and UDP connections that are currently enabled by services and applications running on your computer. After the application is launched, it will automatically scan all services and processes running on your computer. They are displayed in the "activity" tab, and you can also see information about local and remote IP addresses and ports, as well as the current status of the service.
- WriteProtector USB : TWriteProtector USB is a simple portable application that can enable or disable write protection for all USB devices on the current system, e.g. USB sticks or external USB hard drives. Its use is quite simple, after downloading the application, unzip it and run the UsbWriteProtect file with administrator rights. From there, choose to disable or re-enable data writing for any USB stick connected to your computer. For the application to work properly, you must first make the changes and then connect your USB devices.
- Windows 11 Classic Context Menu : The (right-click) in Windows 11 has been redesigned and retains limited entries compared to previous versions of Windows. It includes a series of icons for basic actions such as copy, paste, and delete, but hides some functionality that you may want behind a "show more options" button, which means that every time you have to click an additional option to see all the context menu options. However, if you want to remove the "show more options" entry from the Windows 11 context menu and restore the Classic Right Click Menus in Windows 11, you will have to do it by editing the registry, which, however, hides many risks for inexperienced users. Today's application fills this gap since you do not need to do anything at all except click the option button to enable the relevant setting.
- SafeMode : Safe mode is a boot option in which the operating system starts in diagnostic mode and not in normal mode. It can be used when there is a critical system that interferes with the normal operation of Windows. For example, removing persistent and difficult to uninstall software or faulty drivers or even deleting malware are just some of the things that often need safe operation.In safe mode, Windows uses a generic VGA display driver instead of the vendor driver, which means you may only be working with 16 colors in low resolution. There are several ways to start Windows in safe mode, depending on the version of Windows you are running.The normal way for someone to boot into Windows Safe Mode is to press the "F8" key repeatedly, but booting Safe Mode with the F8 key does not work in Windows 10 because the F8 boot menu has been removed to improve system boot time. Safe Mode Launcher is a simple application that provides you with a GUI of the Windows boot option for safe operation. Just download and unzip it and then do it in the application exe file.
- Title Bar Battery : This is a very useful application that displays the percentage of battery power remaining in text on each window title bar and also adds a battery icon to the system tray to show battery life. Currently updated every fifteen seconds (will be configured at some point).The plus in front of the battery (+) indicates that it is charging, (connected) while the negative (-) indicates that you are discharging (not connected). Exiting the disk icon should clear the title bar text. Not all title bars can be modified, so some windows will not display the battery percentage information.Windows that constantly updates the title bar text, such as some word processors, will remove the battery information. However, the fifteen second timer will reset it. Hover over the system tray icon to view battery statistics.
- URL Disableler : Users with unrestricted access to the internet are constantly at risk of malware infections and are at risk of eavesdropping. Also, downloading copyrighted software from a company's network can expose the company to potential legal disputes. Also, schools, who want to comply with child protection legislation, or even WiFi providers who want to provide a friendly browsing environment.By blocking specific websites, this risk is significantly reduced and your browsing is protected. URL Disabler is a portable software (no installation required) to simplify the process of blocking URLs for Google Chrome, Firefox and Chromium EDGE users. The user can freely provide, modify, export and import the list of URLs to block. After downloading and unzipping the software, run the appropriate exe file (x64 or x86), then type the URL of the website you want to block in the URL field and use the +add to list button). At any time you can remove any existing addresses or add more. To see the changes, restart your Browser.
- Windows Update Blocker : Windows 10 provides less control over the operating system's update behavior than previous versions of Windows. There is no option to permanently disable Windows Updates. However, you can somehow control the update process and disable the Windows Update service. This requires opening the Services Manager, locating the service, and changing the startup parameter and startup state. You will have to re-enable the service whenever you want the operating system to check for updates. Of course, we will follow another much simpler way through the Windows Update Blocker application by simply running the executable file and selecting the desired setting.
- Hide From Uninstall List : You may want to hide one or more entries added from the software settings in the "Add or Remove Programs" programs (also known as "Programs and Features", "Uninstall a Program", "Add or Remove Programs") in Windows. various reasons such as not wanting everyone to know that a particular program is installed on the computer, you do not want anyone to uninstall it, the application has already been removed, but the entry has remained in the list.It's also good for security or privacy reasons, especially if the computer you are using is shared, but how do you remove an item from the list of applications without uninstalling it? The method is extremely simple and is briefly described below:After unzipping, run the program, you will see all installed programs in the list. You can highlight the program and use the hide icon from the "Programs and Features" list. To reveal it, use the "Show in list" icon) or you can also hide the entire list of programs and features by checking the "hide (Programs and Features)" checkbox.
- Wavosaur : Wavosaur is an excellent audio, wav and mp3 editing and recording software. It has all the necessary features to edit audio (cut, copy, paste, effects, etc.), generates music loops, resolution, and recording, supports VST plugins, multi-channel wav files, and real-time audio editing. The program does not require installation and does not enter data in the registry. Use it as a free mp3 editor, it will work on all Windows.
- Temp cleaner : To keep your computer in good working order, it is important to ensure that any clutter and unused files are removed on a regular basis. Temporary files stored on the hard drive can fill up Temp folders, however regular maintenance can help speed them up. Temp Cleaner is a small, free software that will help you free up a lot of space. It can easily clean up the TEMP folder. and only deletes unused files in the "%temp%" and "%systemroot%\temp" folders, however some files and folders may not be deleted if they are used. The application does not have any menu and all you have to do is run the TempCleaner executable file and on the right of your computer you will see a small pop-up message informing you that the folder has been cleaned.
- Optimizer : Portable utility that helps you restore your personal data and increase your security. Optimizer is highly recommended after a fresh clean install of Windows to achieve maximum privacy and security.
- Hidden Windows 10 Features : Windows 10, like previous versions of Windows, has many useful features that are hidden. These features can be enabled by editing the Windows registry. However, manually editing the Windows registry is not such an easy process.By using this app hidden features are available with one click. The program allows adding items such as Recycle Bin, Control Panel, Administrative Tools, Printers to this computer. The context menu can be expanded by Copy to, Move to, Open with Notepad items for all files. This also contains features to improve Windows security by disabling autorun, disabling Windows Script Host, enabling secure login with CTRL + ALT + DELETE and more.
- Windows Repair Toolbox : Download and run the best free portable on-the-fly software to diagnose and troubleshoot various types of Windows problems. The tools included in the program are categorized based on their function and the program will automatically download the correct version of the programs you want to run for your version of Windows. When you are done, just close the application and all the downloaded applications will be removed automatically. Programs that include various security programs as well as programs that allow you to display information about your computer such as the temperature of your processor, the amount of RAM in your system, how much memory you have left, the free space in your hard drives, and finally gives you one-click access to some useful Windows tools (chkdsk, SFC, regedit, msconfig).
- Webcam on/off : There has been particular talk of network attacks by computer hackers who use Trojan horse-type malware to take control of the target computer's camera and record video or take photos without the user's consent. Even if you are a parent of minor children there are several reasons why you may want to turn off the computer camera that your children use especially when they are not always under your direct supervision.If you have an external camera connected via USB to your computer, no problem, since you can disconnect the camera cable at any time and have peace of mind. But what happens in the case of computers, especially laptops that have a built-in web camera?The solution to our problem is provided by a small free portable software called WebCam On-Off. Once downloaded, unzip it and run the WebCam.exe executable file and press the Disable button to disable it, respectively when you want to open it, run the program again and press the Enable button to activate it.
- Defend Control : Since Windows Vista, Windows Defender has been included with Windows. It is a small piece of Windows software that runs in the background to protect your computer from malicious software such as viruses, spyware, and other potentially unwanted software. The problem with all versions of Defender from Windows Vista onwards is that it is built into the operating system and installed by default with no visible or hidden options to uninstall it. Many users look for ways to disable or remove it from their system, as they prefer to use other software.
- SOS Security Suite : SOS Security Suite is a free, user-friendly application that helps you get rid of malware, Adware, and Spyware to prevent your computer from being infected. In it, there is also a hardware and security flaw detection and system optimization component. All these functions mean the application’s initials for a safer and faster system. The application’s menu is quite simple, but you may have to visit the help pages to learn how the application fully works. The security suite is provided completely free of charge, without ads, without bundleware, and obviously, without any spyware. This application is the successor to Ultra Adware Killer and users can now rely on this improved tool. Its predecessor Ultra Adware Killer will continue to be updated for a while.
- eScanAV Anti-Virus Toolkit : Free tool that allows you to scan and clean Viruses, Spyware, Adware and any other malicious software that may have infected your computer. eScanAV Anti-Virus Toolkit (MWAV) does not require installation and can be run directly from anywhere, on your computer, USB Drive or CD ROM. It can also be run even if you already have other Anti-Virus software installed on your computer. Also, eScanAV Anti-Virus Toolkit (MWAV) is updated daily with the latest updates to detect recently released spyware and adware, as the engine is constantly being improved for faster and more intelligent detections. You must run it with administrator privileges.
- DnsJumper : DNS (Domain Name System) is a naming system for computer networks that use the IP protocol. DNS maps names to IP addresses or other names on the Internet or other network and allows a server or a service on a server to be found using a name. In this way it is used to map IP addresses to names so that a network administrator can use names to communicate or simply remember machine names, locations, domain names, etc. rather than IPs.Therefore, every time you visit a website, the browser looks up its address in the DNS system, and the faster the nearest DNS server is, the faster the website you visited will open. DnsJumper is an excellent, free, portable application that will help us with this purpose.It automatically searches and finds the best DNS IPs for your area, it is portable so no installation is required and all you have to do after downloading it is to run it, first of all select the network card you are connecting to the internet by selecting from the field (Select network adapter), now tap on find faster DNS and then tap on Apply Faster DNS button, finally tap on Apply - Save DNS Server button.
- HiBit Startup Manager : Ιpowerful startup utility that manages autostart programs, adding or removing applications, and allows you to edit their properties. You can manage all the applications that start with Windows when the computer starts and give your computer less time to start and more available memory by disabling or removing unnecessary applications that are in autostart.
- BleachBit : Free program that cleans and frees up your disk space quickly and tirelessly, a real guardian of your privacy. You can delete cookies, the most recent browsing history, temporary files, and logs. It is designed for Linux and Windows and cleans the remnants of at least 90 applications including Firefox, Internet Explorer, Adobe Flash, Google Chrome, Opera, Safari, and many more. In addition to deleting, BleachBit includes advanced features such as shredding files and clearing free space on your hard disk to hide traces of deleted files from other applications. If you download the portable version no installation is required.
- DVDStyler : Free program that lets you create DVD menus, with a wide range of options for each video. The program is simple and the menus can be exported in PAL or NTSC video format. It will help you create professional looking DVDs. You can also add MPEG files, create NTSC / PAL menus, add background images to menus, add text, images and buttons to menus, change fonts and colors, and more
- Hibernate Enable or Disable : Hibernation is the process of storing the contents of the hard disk in memory to allow your computer to shut down completely. This allows your computer to start faster, the hibernation is enabled by default and saves part of your disk for its "hiberfil.sys" file. At any time, you can turn on your computer to continue from hibernation mode and continue working from where you left off. If you want to free up space on your disk, you can turn off hibernation if you rarely use the feature. So the main reason you may want to turn off hibernation on your computer is if you really need these extra features on your hard drive. In fact, if you are using an SSD for your Windows 11 or 10 PC, it is best to turn off Hibernation to save your SSD life.
- Reduce memory : When you run a lot of programs they consume your computer's RAM, and you will find (if that is not enough) that your system is slow and often does not respond. In fact, it happens even though you have closed several of the programs, however, the rest of your memory is not at its initial levels. Reduce Memory is a small, very simple program that can enable you to recover part of the memory whenever necessary. Does not require installation.
- Victoria HDD - SSD : Free program designed to diagnose and repair hard drives, SSDs, memory cards, and other drives on Windows. This is a remarkable, quite useful program that monitors the performance of your hard drive and gives you solutions in case of problems. You can examine your drives for various problems and if any are found, the application has the ability to repair them. It can analyze and display details about your storage media, including the size of the drive, the serial number, and more. The application can redirect, restore, ignore, or delete data in sectors that have errors, or delete the data and fix it. (To download it, right click and click save link as.)
- IObit Undelete : It is indeed a very difficult time when your important files are accidentally deleted. It could be very important files of your business, work, precious photos and videos or even some files of your computer system, which can cause instability to your computer. IObit Undelete is one of the best file recovery tools that can help you recover your deleted or lost files like photos, music, documents, quickly and safely with just one click. It can recover all your files, such as image files, videos, music, documents, etc. even if they are not backed up or have even been deleted from the Recycle Bin. The way to use it is very simple, run the program, select the media from which you want to recover your data and click Scan.
- licensecrawler : We want to reinstall our operating system, but for some reason we do not remember or have not saved the installation codes for Windows and many other programs that we need. LicenseCrawler is the ideal assistant that will free us. It is a small portable application (Portable) and does not require any installation. All you have to do is run the program, which in a short time will scan your computer and find all the key numbers from all the programs you have installed, including Windows.
- My Daily Wallpaper : Tired of seeing the same image on your computer desktop all the time? Then automatically download a new wallpaper for your Windows desktop every day with My Daily Wallpaper. You can automatically download and change your wallpaper after you log in to Windows, or you can set the interval at which you want it to change.
- V-Radio : Perhaps the best internet radio for your computer, through an elegant and functional menu you can search and select the radio station you want, it has a history list for your favorite radios and has multiple options to browse your favorite radio stations with the greatest possible ease. Tune in and listen to your favorite greek radios as well as stations from other countries. Enjoy endless hours of music and broadcasts as V-Radio is the ONLY Greek application that DOES NOT stop playing in the background, even after hours. Wide variety of radio stations from Greece, Cyprus and many other countries.
- ShapeX : Create amazing image collages in just a few clicks. This is probably the best free collage maker app we've come across so far and it includes a very large number of ready-made templates where photos are automatically and intelligently placed, this way you can make collages with your favorite photos in the shape of a heart, rectangle, circle, with letters, in the shape of animals, birds, insects, numbers and a huge number of other available options.
- snip tool : Free screen capture tool that lets you capture one or more selected areas on your desktop and save it with optional annotations. You can combine multiple captures into one canvas and add text, arrows, number bullets, and shapes to mark up your capture. There is also the option to blur parts of the image for privacy. Your final screenshot can be saved as a JPG or PNG file. In the latest version that we present to you, it can capture to video and to animated graphics.
- SumatraPDF : Sumatra PDF is a free, open source PDF viewer for Windows. It has a minimalist design and simplicity without compromising on efficiency. On the application website you can find the standard installation application of the program if you do not want to use the Portable version. It can read PDF, eBook (ePub, Mobi), XPS, DjVu, CHM, Comic Book (CBZ and CBR)
- SterJo NetStalker : This simple application works as a firewall software and can protect your computer from any unwanted activity on the internet. It will monitor the TCP and UDP connections that are currently active by services and applications running on your computer. Once the application is launched, it will automatically scan all the services and processes running on your computer. They are displayed in the "activity" tab and you can also see information about local and remote IP addresses and ports, as well as the current status of the service.
- SSuite Label Printer : SSuite Label Printer is the ideal application for printing addresses on packages, shipping labels and envelopes. It uses pre-printed Avery labels as templates for printing customer addresses. The most common Avery label formats from address labels to parcel and shipping labels have been added. The application also contains a customer-customer database to automatically fill in your labels. It also integrates an address book where you can add all the details about friends, colleagues and other useful contacts. With Envelope Printer you can print letters and cards. To run the application on Windows Vista/7/8/10, 11 simply right-click on the executable file and select "Run as administrator" from the pop-up menu. You will only need to do this once.
- All My Notes Organizer : Notes and organization software that helps users manage and store various types of information in a secure and organized manner. It offers a wide range of features and tools to help users keep track of notes, tasks, passwords, and other important data. One of the key features of AllMyNotes Organizer is its flexibility in organizing information.
- Stretchy : We all know that being in front of our computer screen for hours on end can take a toll on our health. Stretchly is a free Windows app designed to prevent eye strain. It provides users with regular reminders to take breaks and rest their eyes during long periods of computer use.
- Copyq : It is a free application (clipboard manager) that allows you to track and organize everything you copy to your computer, making it easy to access and reuse the information whenever needed. You can store an unlimited number of items including text, images, files, and HTML code. These items are stored in a customizable and searchable list, allowing you to quickly find and paste any content you have previously copied.
- DesktopUp : DesktopUp is a new, amazing application that will allow you to optimize your desktop, create as many desktops as you want and switch between them. For each desktop, you can choose the programs you want to run when you switch to it. For example, you can create a desktop for your photos and choose the folder where you have the photos you need to work with.
- PSGen : PSGen is a small program that allows you to generate any number of passwords based on user-defined criteria. The program works by randomly selecting characters from selected character sets. It comes with several most commonly used character sets, but the user can create their own character sets and edit existing ones. The program can generate 100.000 passwords at a time. If you need more passwords, simply set the number of passwords to the maximum value and click the generate passwords button (or the F5 key) multiple times.
- Glow : Free application that provides detailed information about your computer's CPU, memory, storage, graphics card, and other components. It also displays information about the operating system, installed software, and drivers. You can quickly analyze your system's performance and identify any potential problems. It provides real-time monitoring of CPU usage, memory usage, disk activity, and network activity. This helps you understand your computer's performance and allows you to optimize its performance.
- ScreenBlur : Screen lock software designed specifically for users running Windows. It offers the ability to temporarily lock or hide the desktop, providing an additional layer of security and privacy for your computer. One of the key features of ScreenBlur is its ability to automatically lock your computer after a certain period of inactivity. This ensures that if you step away from your computer for a while, it will be locked and inaccessible to anyone who does not have the password. This feature is especially useful in shared workspaces or public environments where you want to protect sensitive information. Additionally, ScreenBlur allows you to set a schedule for unlocking your computer.
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