OW Shredder

6.8easy start · #10 of 26
in Secure File Shredding Software

Runs on Windows.

OW Shredder is ranked #10 of 26 in secure file shredding software on The Geeks Club. It runs on Windows. There is a free plan.

OW Shredder plans and pricing

Free Download Free Windows software · free download schiffer.tech · 30 Sept 2026

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Purpose: OW Shredder securely erases sensitive data from computers.
Erase targets: It can erase individual files, free disk space and entire volumes.
Drive traces: The maker says it overwrites bytes and erases additional file system traces.
Custom algorithms: Users can create a custom erase algorithm when the defaults are insufficient.
Additional tools: The product includes tools to scan and analyze drive information, plus an autostart manager.
Integrations: It supports a desktop widget, Windows context menu integration and automated recycle bin cleaning.
Portable: The maker describes OW Shredder as a small, portable application for users and companies.
Command line: The help guide documents command usage to unlock files and erase files or folders, including a hidden mode.
Memory limit: The help guide says the number of files that can be erased depends on available RAM.
Encryption advice: The help guide recommends full drive encryption to prevent use of small restored fragments.
License: The license permits redistribution of binary forms subject to its stated conditions and provides the software as is without warranties.
Support: The product page links to a help PDF and a license, and says a user must accept the license to download.
Headquarters: Germany
Price from: Free

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