EMCO UnLock IT

Spec sheet

Purpose

EMCO UnLock IT detects locks on files and folders and helps unlock resources held by the system, applications, or services.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Supported platforms

WindowsRead 22 Sep 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Free plan

YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Support

EMCO provides a technical support request form and says it will review requests and respond by email.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Delete locked items

If unlocking fails, the program can schedule deletion of the locked file or folder for the next boot.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Download

The download page lists version 7.0.6 as a 74.18 MB EXE installer.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Explorer integration

Windows Explorer integration adds file and folder unlock actions to the context menu.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Free use

The download page says the program is free for personal or commercial use with no limitations.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Lock handling

It can close file and library handles or terminate processes holding locks.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Operating systems

Supported platforms listed include Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, and 7 SP1 or later, plus Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012, and 2008 R2 SP1 or later.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Permissions

When insufficient permissions block a resource, the program grants the required permissions.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Recent update

Version 7.0.5 added unlocking on local mapped drives, folder unlocking for names with trailing spaces, and support for paths longer than 260 characters.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Requirements

The program requires administrative rights on the local computer.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Security and licensing

The freeware license permits use without charge and distribution of unmodified copies, and prohibits reverse engineering except where applicable law permits it.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Supported architectures

The product supports Windows x86 and x64 platforms.Read 12 Oct 2026 · emcosoftware.com

Plans and prices

Every EMCO UnLock IT plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• File Manager Software#91 of 1007.2