Unchecky 1.2.0

RaMMicHaeL ❘ Freeware ❘
Windows

Unchecky by RaMMicHaeL is an innovative software solution that provides users with an automated mechanism for preventing potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) from being installed on their computers. Developed as a helpful tool for enhancing software installation experiences, Unchecky offers real-time monitoring of installation processes and automatically unchecks optional offers, toolbars, and additional software bundles to help users avoid unintentionally installing unnecessary or unwanted programs along with desired software.

Overview

Unchecky is a Freeware software in the category System Utilities developed by RaMMicHaeL.

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Unchecky for updates 911 times during the last month.

The latest version of Unchecky is 1.2.0, released on 04/09/2018. It was initially added to our database on 12/05/2013. The most prevalent version is 1.2.0, which is used by 97% of all installations.

Unchecky runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

Users of Unchecky gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Automatically unchecks unrelated offers during software installation, helping prevent unwanted bundled software from being installed
Lighweight and unobtrusive, running silently in the background without requiring user input
Works with a wide range of software installers, including popular ones like InstallShield and NSIS
Frequent updates help ensure compatibility with new software installations

Cons

May occasionally miss unchecking certain bundled software offers, requiring manual intervention
Some users may find the constant background operation intrusive or unnecessary
Not effective against all types of bundled software installations

FAQ

What is Unchecky?

Unchecky is a lightweight and free application that aims to keep potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) and checkboxes unchecked during software installation.

Who developed Unchecky?

Unchecky was developed by RaMMicHaeL, whose real name is Ramesh Srinivasan. He is a software developer who has created other popular utilities and applications.

How does Unchecky work?

Unchecky runs in the background and detects checkboxes that are usually selected by default during software installation. It automatically unchecks these boxes to prevent the installation of additional software or changes to your browser's settings.

Is Unchecky free?

Yes, Unchecky is free for personal use. However, the developer does appreciate donations to support the continued development of the application.

Does Unchecky have any system requirements?

Unchecky is lightweight and has no specific system requirements. It can run on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10.

Does Unchecky prevent the installation of all PUPs?

Unchecky cannot prevent every potentially unwanted program from being installed. However, it can detect and uncheck most common checkboxes associated with PUPs in software installations.

Can I customize which checkboxes Unchecky unchecks?

No, Unchecky does not currently allow users to customize which checkboxes it unchecks. It automatically detects and unchecks common checkboxes associated with PUPs.

Is Unchecky safe and reliable to use?

Yes, Unchecky is a safe and reliable application to use. It has been tested by security experts and has received positive reviews from users.

Does Unchecky have any known issues or bugs?

Unchecky is a stable application with very few bugs or issues. Any known issues are typically addressed and fixed in new releases of the application.

Is Unchecky available in languages other than English?

Yes, Unchecky is available in several languages including Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

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