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IObit Unlocker

by IObitv1.3.0.12

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Never Worry about "Cannot Delete Files" on Your PC

Install with winget

$ winget install --id IObit.IObitUnlocker --exact --version 1.3.0.12

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

Silent install command for IObit Unlocker

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

One-line silent install (neutral, machine scope)
unlocker-setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART

See the full silent install reference for IObit Unlocker

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About

IObit Unlocker is a free utility tool designed to help you unlock files and folders that are locked by other programs or users. It allows you to delete, move, rename, or copy locked files with ease.

Installers · v1.3.0.12

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
neutralEXE
Inno Setup
machineDirect

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

Security

3 known CVEs via NVD

  • medium6.2Patched in wingetCVE-2025-66676affects v1.3.0.11Feb 13, 2026

    An issue in IObit Unlocker v1.3.0.11 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted request.

  • high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2020-14975affects v1.1.2Jun 23, 2020

    The driver in IOBit Unlocker 1.1.2 allows a low-privileged user to delete, move, or copy arbitrary files via IOCTL code 0x222124.

  • high7.1Patched in wingetCVE-2020-14974affects v1.1.2Jun 23, 2020

    The driver in IOBit Unlocker 1.1.2 allows a low-privileged user to unlock a file and kill processes (even ones running as SYSTEM) that hold a handle, via IOCTL code 0x222124.

Source: NVD, updated 6h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install IObit Unlocker on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id IObit.IObitUnlocker --exact --version 1.3.0.12. winget downloads the installer from IObit and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install IObit Unlocker silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id IObit.IObitUnlocker --exact 1.3.0.12 --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 IObit Unlocker?
IObit Unlocker uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: unlocker-setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.
How do I uninstall IObit Unlocker via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id IObit.IObitUnlocker --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from IObit Unlocker's Apps & Features entry.
Is IObit Unlocker free?
IObit Unlocker is distributed under Freeware. Refer to the publisher (https://www.iobit.com/iobit-unlocker.php) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does IObit Unlocker 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 IObit Unlocker directly from the publisher.
How do I keep IObit Unlocker up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id IObit.IObitUnlocker --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of IObit Unlocker from microsoft/winget-pkgs.