Kernel File Shredder

Spec sheet

Purpose

Kernel File Shredder permanently deletes files and folders so they cannot be recovered.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Trial

The evaluation version is free for 30 days, after which a licensed version is required for continued use.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Support

The maker advertises 24/7 customer support and lifetime free technical support with paid licenses.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Headquarters

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, IndiaRead 28 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Algorithms

The software provides 11 shredding methods, including Zeroes, DoD 5520, and Peter Gutmann algorithms.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Automation

Users can schedule automatic shredding tasks daily, weekly, or monthly.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Delivery

After purchase, the automated download link and activation key are emailed within 15 minutes.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

File size

The product page says users can shred bulk files and files of any size without restrictions.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Logs

The software automatically creates log files containing shredding time, selected options, and shredded file paths.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Maker history

KernelApps started its journey in 2005 as part of Lepide Software Pvt. Ltd. and became a separate entity after demerging in 2019.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Password protection

The tool asks for a password at launch and requires it to access the software.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Product version

The product page lists version 25.0 with a release date of 26 Apr 2024.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Shredding locations

It can shred specific files and folders, Recycle Bin contents, temporary system files, free disk space, and obsolete files.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Storage targets

The software shreds data on internal and external hard disks, SSDs, USB drives, and other connected storage devices.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

Windows support

Supported operating systems include Windows 365, 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, 98, NT, 95, and listed Windows Server versions.Read 30 Sep 2026 · nucleustechnologies.com

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