Folder Cleaner: Quickly Organize and Reclaim Disk Space

Folder Cleaner Pro: Automate Duplicate & Junk File Removal

Overview
Folder Cleaner Pro is a utility app that automates identifying and removing duplicate files and junk (temporary, cache, leftover installer files) to free disk space and keep folders organized.

Key features

• Duplicate detection: Finds identical files using byte-for-byte comparison and optional fuzzy matching by filename, size, or content hash.
• Junk cleanup: Detects common temporary files, cache folders, empty folders, and leftover install/uninstaller files.
• Smart rules & filters: Exclude important folders, set minimum file sizes, or whitelist file types (e.g., .docx, .psd).
• Automatic scheduling: Run scans on a schedule (daily/weekly/monthly) or trigger on low disk space.
• Preview & restore: Review detected items before deletion and move removed files to a recycle/trash or configurable quarantine for easy restoration.
• Safe delete options: Support for secure erase (multiple-pass overwrite) for sensitive files.
• Reporting & logs: Summary of space reclaimed, duplicates found, and action history with exportable reports.
• Integration: Shell/context-menu integration for quick folder scans; optional cloud-drive scanning (with credentials handled locally).

Typical workflow

1. Install and grant required filesystem permissions.
2. Select target folders or drives to scan.
3. Configure filters (file types, size thresholds, excluded folders).
4. Run a scan or set a schedule.
5. Review results in the preview pane; choose delete, move to quarantine, or skip.
6. Restore from quarantine if needed or permanently erase.

Benefits

• Recovers disk space quickly by removing redundant and unnecessary files.
• Reduces clutter, improving file organization and search speed.
• Lowers backup size and time by eliminating duplicates.
• Helps maintain privacy with secure erase for sensitive files.

Risks & precautions

• False positives: always review before permanent deletion; use quarantine/recycle options.
• Permissions: system or protected folders may require elevated permissions—avoid deleting system files.
• Cloud sync: deleting files synced with cloud services may remove them from all devices—check sync settings first.

Recommended settings (balanced safety)

• Minimum file size for duplicates: 1 MB
• Enable byte-for-byte comparison for confirmed duplicates
• Send removals to quarantine for 30 days before permanent deletion
• Schedule weekly scans during idle hours

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