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LockHunter

Free#86 of 100 in File Manager Software

LockHunter: A focused, free Windows utility for identifying and handling locked files. Ranked #86 of 100 in File Manager Software by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for windows users troubleshooting locked files.

3.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.0 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Windows users troubleshooting locked files
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Supported platforms
windows
Founded
2007 · Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Identifies locking processes and displays detailed process information
- Can unlock, delete, copy, rename, or schedule deletion of locked files
- Supports Explorer, command-line, portable, and silent operation
Where it doesn't
- Windows-only, with no support for other platforms
- Focused on file unlocking rather than general file management
- Free offering is specified for personal use

Our verdict on LockHunter

LockHunter is a Windows utility for handling files and folders held open by other processes. It identifies the applications locking a selected item, shows detailed information about those processes, and provides actions including unlocking, deleting, copying, and renaming. It is aimed at Windows users troubleshooting blocked file operations rather than managing files across a broader workspace. The software supports 32-bit and 64-bit Windows editions and has been available since 2007.

Its strongest fit is a Windows workflow that needs more visibility than a standard error message provides. LockHunter can terminate applications launched from a selected path, unload DLLs from processes, and schedule a file for deletion during the next operating-system restart. Deleted files can be sent to the Recycle Bin. Integration with the Windows Explorer context menu keeps the utility close to the file or folder being investigated, while command-line support enables unlocking, deletion, termination, and silent operation.

The published offering is free for personal use, and a portable version can run from an external or cloud drive. That makes the utility suitable for troubleshooting on more than one Windows installation without requiring a conventional installation. Its scope remains deliberately narrow: LockHunter addresses locked files and related process actions, not general-purpose file organization or broader file management. Choose it when the main problem is identifying or removing a process lock; choose a general file manager when you need wider file-browsing and organization features.

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LockHunter pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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LockHunter fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	windows
Dual-pane view	Not verified
Tabbed interface	Not verified
Batch rename	Not verified
Archive support	Not verified
Cloud storage access	Not verified
Portable version	Yes
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Support	Email, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	lockhunter.com
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

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