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Introduction

Isn't it really frustrating if you want to delete a file or a folder but the system doesn't allow you to do so? Instead, the system just greets you with either one of these error messages:

  • Cannot delete file: Access is denied.
  • Cannot delete folder: It is being used by another person or program.
  • There has been a sharing violation.
  • The source or destination file may be in use.
  • The file is in use by another program or user.
  • Make sure the disk is not full or write-protected and that the file is not currently in use.

Any solutions? Give these undeletable file removers a try and you might find them helpful to unlock a file, terminate the processes using the file or remove file-access restrictions that prevent you from deleting, renaming or moving a file.
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Product 1    Rating 10 of 10  Gizmo's Top Pick
Pros   many features, easy to learn, fast
Cons   user interface outdated
Developer Home Page   http://www.techsupportalert.com
Download link   http://www.techsupportalert.com/downloads
File Size   2.5 MB   Version 1.1   License Type Unrestricted Freeware   Installation Requirements Windows XP and higher
Info   Many other languages available

Product 2    Rating 8 of 10
Pros   many features, easy to learn, fast
Cons   user interface oudated
Developer Home Page   http://www.techsupportalert.com
Download link   http://www.techsupportalert.com/downloads
File Size   3.5 MB   Version 1.2   License Type Unrestricted Freeware   Installation Requirements Windows XP and higher
64 Bit version available   64 Bit version available
Info   Many other languages available

Product 3    Rating 6 of 10
Pros   many features, easy to learn, fast
Cons   user interface oudated
Developer Home Page   http://www.techsupportalert.com
Download link   http://www.techsupportalert.com/downloads
File Size   27 MB   Version 2.3.1   License Type Unrestricted Freeware   Installation Requirements Windows XP and higher, Mac OS
Portable version available   Portable version available
Info   Many other languages available
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#1Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/21/2009 - 09:16.

Check this out:

http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/#comparison

#2Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/20/2009 - 09:12.

I've used Unlocker sucessfully for years. However, I have just updated my computer to 64 bit Windows 7. I attempted to install Unlocker and the installation gave me no problems. The Unlocer Icon even showed up in the system Tray. But it did not work. When i right click on a file, Unlocker is NOT SHOWN IN THE CONTEXT MENU.

I do not know if the problem is with the Windows 7 Operating System itself, or with the 64 bit Operating System, but it appears that Unlocker is not compatible with 64 bit Windows 7.

#3Submitted by J.L. on Sun, 11/15/2009 - 22:59.

Try LockHunter, it works on my Windows 7 64-bit (although not as good as Unlocker).

#4Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/05/2009 - 17:08.

everytime i try to download unlocker, my antivirus pops up... does anyone else get that?

#5Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/21/2009 - 03:27.

try downloading it from CNET Download or Filehippo. those sites are mostly safe.

#6Submitted by FrankO on Mon, 08/10/2009 - 14:32.

Here is a new contender: LockHunter. It is still in beta. Have just installed it. Will see how it goes.

#7Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/24/2009 - 13:17.

Can remove virus file in the recycle bin.

#8Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/10/2009 - 03:02.

I just wanted to drop a comment about MoveOnBoot, it does not work that great at all, so don't waste your time! I use Unlocker myself and it does work every time, but I will check out Killbox for a good backup program just in case.

http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/#comparison Unlocker

http://killbox.net/ Killbox

~Jim~

#9Submitted by PsychEroc on Thu, 05/14/2009 - 21:06.

Although potentially biased, the Unlocker site lists a comparison of 20 different Undeletable File Removers (with links to each): http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/#comparison
Most of them are free!

#10Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/14/2009 - 14:33.

Unlocker is excellent. When is this category going to be updated?

#11Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/20/2009 - 20:45.

UnlockMe by Camtech is another excellent option.

#12Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/07/2009 - 13:47.

i use fileassassin
works a treat

#13Submitted by kendall on Fri, 04/17/2009 - 19:47.

I've used a program called Dr. Delete as well. It works well.

#14Submitted by Bob on Mon, 03/23/2009 - 18:22.

Avenger on those really stubborn stains.

It comes with a safety warning:
http://swandog46.geekstogo.com/avenger2/avenger2.html
overkill for day to day use

#15Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/23/2009 - 15:26.

Unlocker looks good but its not portable. I'll be keeping Pocket Killbox on my thumb drive but I'm going tom try unlocker on my home PC.

-J

#16Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 02/15/2009 - 04:17.

UnLocker in my experience just works and without rebooting. File Assassin has a good pedigree too.

#17Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/28/2009 - 05:29.

I mostly use unlocker now but copylock www.snapfiles.com/get/copylock.html is also pretty good for replacing files on reboot.

#18Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 18:52.

Lionheart82

What about File Assassin? I use it when Unlocker fails.

#19Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 07:33.

Unlocker I dont need to say anymore

#20Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 09:29.

I agree, Unlocker works for me every time.

#21Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 09:32.

Here is the website for Unlocker
http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/

#22Submitted by gizmo.richards on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 00:29.

These suggestions were posted elsewhere on the site by subscriber "J"

Here are the contenders:
Pocket Killbox
MoveOnBoot
Remove on Reboot shell extension

I once used moveonboot but Killbox can delete with or without reboot and is portable. Its currently my first choice.

-J

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