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LockHunter

by Crystal Rich Ltdv3.4.3.146

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A foolproof file unlocker

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id CrystalRich.LockHunter --exact --version 3.4.3.146

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for LockHunter

LockHunter uses EXE (Inno Setup). The silent install switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)
lockhuntersetup_3-4-3.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART

See the full silent install reference for LockHunter →

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About

LockHunter is a free tool to delete files blocked by something you do not know. LockHunter is useful for fighting against malware, and other programs that are blocking files without a reason. Unlike other similar tools it deletes files into the recycle bin so you may restore them if deleted by mistake.

Key Features

- Shows processes locking a file or folder

- Gives you detailed information on the process

- Allows to unlock, delete, copy or rename a locked file

- Can delete a file at next OS restart

- Allows to kill locking process

- Allows to remove locking processes from hard drive

- Can unload DLLs from processes

- Integrates in to Explorer menu

- It deletes files into the recycle bin, so you may restore them if deleted by mistake

- Supports both 32 and 64 bit Windows

Installers · v3.4.3.146

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
x86EXE
Inno Setup
machineDirect
x64EXE
Inno Setup
machineDirect

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for LockHunter.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install LockHunter on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id CrystalRich.LockHunter --exact --version 3.4.3.146. winget downloads the installer from Crystal Rich Ltd and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install LockHunter silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id CrystalRich.LockHunter --exact 3.4.3.146 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.
What are the silent install switches for LockHunter?
LockHunter uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: lockhuntersetup_3-4-3.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.
How do I uninstall LockHunter via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id CrystalRich.LockHunter --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from LockHunter's Apps & Features entry.
Is LockHunter free?
LockHunter is distributed under Freeware. Refer to the publisher (https://lockhunter.com/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does LockHunter work on Windows 10?
Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls LockHunter directly from the publisher.
How do I keep LockHunter up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id CrystalRich.LockHunter --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 3 versions of LockHunter from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

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