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MoveOut uses rules to move files from the desktop to a subfolder, based on file type, part of a file name, or whatever. Have it ask to replace existing files, or rename them. It can also ignore files.

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DomainHostingView collects a variety of information about a domain by using a series of DNS and WHOIS queries. Includes the hosting company or data center that hosts the Web, mail and domain name server (DNS). Additionally, you can see the created/changed/expire date of the domain, domain owner, domain registrar that registered the domain, list of all DNS records and more. This information can be saved as a report in HTML format.

FreeFileSync is a folder comparison and synchronization tool. It supports filters, file sizes greater than 4GB, delete-before-copy for large sync operations, and creation of batch files for automated synchronization. After compare process (by date or content) operations can be customized on a file-by-file basis.

FreeFileSync Portable is in PortableApps.com Format, automatically adjusting paths.

Notes:

• The latest version of this program is adware (offers for installation of 3rd party software), may not be open source, and locks itself to a specific path (only the drive letter may change), but a more recent version of this program (v7.9) can be made portable. Note that the update check will run whenever the runtime path changes even if you disable it.
• FreeFileSync versions 6.3 and later can not be run from a portable menu or scheduling software due to a unfixed bug in the app.

ClipTrap watches the clipboard and keeps track of copied text in its window.

7plus adds a variety of features to Explorer including default window handling and many small tweaks for ease-of-use. Includes a copy-and-paste method for both text and images as their own file on the desktop, a de-clutter "slide" feature to push Windows out of view, navigate to your favorite folders with numpad keys, keep windows always on top, etc. Additionally, the program allows you to quickly upload files via FTP from explorer with a single hotkey.

MK Twitter can easily backup your public Twitter page by simply entering your username and downloading the available tweets.

PravIcon is a viewer of orthodox Christian icons off-line and online anywhere, anytime. The package contains orthodox icons of Mary and Jesus for off-line viewing. While connected to the internet, icons can be double-clicked to access the Russian-language website.

12-Ants or more for your desktop. Itching is not excluded. Watching the little rascals and have fun.

URLStringGrabber is a small utility that scans all opened windows of Internet Explorer and grab the URLs stored in them, including clickable links, images, script files, CSS files, RSS feeds, and flash (.swf) files.

Frequency Analyzer performs a Fast Fourier Transform of live sound or an audio file. What this means is that it analyzes sound and visually splits it into its component frequencies using both waveform and spectrogram displays.

clZoom is a simple utility that allows you to zoom in on your desktop and magnify the pixels up to 16x. Supports multiple monitors, mouse wheel interface, and automatic refresh on timer. Includes automatic preference and window position save.

µTorrent (or uTorrent) is a lightweight BitTorrent client that supports multiple simultaneous downloads, file level priorities, configurable bandwidth scheduler and speed limiters, even the ability to only run while user activity is detected. Also includes boss key, built-in search function and RSS capability for subscribed downloads.

Note that this software was changed to adware after being added to the Portable Freeware database.

Alternatively, µTorrent Portable is also available, which automatically adjusts paths.

FlvToMp3 is a program which permits you to extract the sound track of an .FLV file without loss of quality. If the FLV file was created using MP3 audio, an MP3 file is generated directly from the .FLV file without re-encoding. It permits you to save the quality of the audio track you extract.

NOTE: does not work with all FLV formats.

OnlyStopWatch is a simple time monitor that includes a stop-watch and countdown timer. The program can display the hour and milliseconds and several background options are available.

PointerStick modifies the mouse arrow to appear as a virtual pointer stick. This is helpful for presentations to highlight content and the size, shape and other details of the pointer can be customized.

Save.me automatically and seamlessly saves everything (i.e. files, folders, graphics, texts, URLs, emails) you work with and provides an easy way to search and organize it. Includes a variety of organization views including by calendar, order of save, as well as groups and favorites. The program can also function beyond the clipboard, pulling information from one or more other folders to help combine data.

Elements can be added manually, emailed, or posted to Facebook.

NOTE: Site offline, linking to archive.org

Skype allows users to make voice and video calls over the Internet. Although calls to other Skype users are free, other types of connections (landlines, SMS text) are not. Additional features include instant messaging, file transfer and conferencing.

sPortable is a version from PortableApps.com.

Note: The program became adware after its inclusion in the database (after its purchase by Microsoft).

Chromium is a fast, open source browser with a minimalist interface. The program is similar to Google Chrome and uses the same code base, but takes up less space and resources usage, has fewer tie-ins with Google, and generally better privacy. Unlike Google Chrome, it is missing proprietary audio and video codecs and there's no automatic update system.

Chromium is cross-platform with clients available for Mac, Linux, and ChromiumOS. X-Chromium is a wrapper program. Earlier versions are available for Win XP to 8.1, and 32-bit Win 10.

Note: X-Chromium's update cycle has in the past been many months apart. Using out-of-date web browsers is not recommended because they may be missing important vulnerability patches.

Dimensions 2 Folders sorts images into folders based on their resolutions. Includes recursive scanning (folders and their sub-folders), custom folder delimiter e.g. 800x600, 800 x 600, 800X600, 800$600, etc. and three sorting methods.

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Web Downloader is a download manager that supports drag-and-drop or clipboard monitoring of download links. You can use multiple threads for better speed as well as stop/resume downloads at will. The program supports the use of relative paths for the download directory, avoiding drive letter change problems associated with USB drives.

ChromePass is a small password recovery tool that allows you to view the user names and passwords stored by Chromium-based Web browsers. For each password entry, the following information is displayed: Origin URL, Action URL, User Name Field, Password Field, User Name, Password and Created Time.

You can select one or more items and then save them into text/html/xml file or copy them to the clipboard.

Feed Notifier displays pop-up notifications when new items arrive in your subscribed RSS or Atom news feeds. Functions from the system tray.

NOTE: Site is gone, linking to Internet Archive Wayback Machine.

HDD Health monitors hard disks from the system tray using various S.M.A.R.T sensors (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology), alerting you of impending failure via email, pop-up messages, net messages or event logging.

Birthdays is a simple, straightforward app to help keep track of birthdays. Use the menu entries or toolbar buttons to add or delete birthdays. The checkboxes are there to track whether or not you have sent a gift or card to said person for that year.