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Changes in the respective versions of O&O SafeErase (Changelog)

Version 21

21.2 – released on 03/26/2026

Fixed

  • Firefox bookmarks preserved during security check

21.1 – released on 03/10/2026

Added

  • New SolidErase option for SSDs that automatically applies an SSD-optimized deletion method.
  • File and folder names are randomized before secure deletion to remove metadata traces.
  • Improved accessibility support for screen readers and UI automation.

Changed

  • Browser cleanup now respects the user’s browser selection.

Fixed

  • Context menu registration corrected on Windows 10.
  • Crash when securely deleting files via the Recycle Bin context menu resolved.
  • Improved SSD detection.

21.0 – released on 02/24/2026

Added

  • New native shell extension for the SafeErase context menu in Windows Explorer.
  • Localized context menu entries according to the Windows display language.
  • RiskInfo panel with rotating data-security tips in the analysis view.
  • Search and filter functionality for deletion reports.

Changed

  • Drive enumeration now uses native Windows APIs.
  • Improved stability of the analysis page.

Fixed

  • UI freezes during analysis removed.
  • Progress-bar calculation corrected.
  • Improved Firefox profile detection.

Security

  • Deleting the active Windows system volume during a running Windows session is now prevented.

Version 20

20.0 – released on 01/28/2025

Added

  • Enhanced Fortress Mode with additional driver and network configuration support.
  • Direct integration into the native Windows 11 context menu.
  • Automatic updates for browser cleanup definitions.
  • Enhanced deletion reports for GDPR and compliance audits.

Changed

  • Modernized user interface and navigation.
  • Improved deletion performance on NVMe and large HDD drives.

Fixed

  • Context menu registration issues on Windows 10 resolved.
  • Free-space byte calculation corrected for large volumes.

Version 19

19.0 – released on 06/04/2024

Added

  • New Fortress Mode providing an isolated environment for secure deletion.
  • Completely redesigned graphical user interface with adaptive window layout.
  • Application can be launched as user or system account.
  • New Tech Edition for IT professionals and service providers.

Changed

  • TotalErase algorithm revised for improved reliability.
  • Updated browser cleanup support.

Removed

  • Windows 7 support removed.

Fixed

  • Deletion issues caused by locked files from background processes resolved.
  • High-DPI rendering issues corrected.

Version 18

18.0 – released on 01/24/2023

Added

  • New tile-based user interface layout.
  • Scheduled secure-deletion jobs.
  • Detailed HTML and XML deletion reports.
  • Context-menu entry to securely wipe free disk space.

Changed

  • Improved SolidErase algorithm for SSD drives.
  • Updated browser cleanup definitions.

Fixed

  • Crash when dragging certain folder structures onto the application.
  • Incomplete browser cache cleanup resolved.

Version 17

17.0 – released on 01/25/2022

Added

  • Full Windows 11 support.
  • Improved browser data cleanup for Chrome, Firefox and Edge.
  • Enhanced insecure-deletion analysis scan.
  • New Server and Admin editions.

Changed

  • User interface navigation and icons revised.
  • Windows Explorer context menu adapted for Windows 11.

Fixed

  • ClusterView display issues at high scaling levels resolved.
  • Improved SolidErase detection for NVMe drives.

Version 16

16.0 – released on 01/26/2021

Added

  • ClusterView visualization for deletion progress.
  • SolidErase method for SSD drives.
  • TotalErase to wipe an entire system without boot media.
  • Support for Chromium-based Microsoft Edge.

Changed

  • Modernized user interface.
  • Faster application startup.

Fixed

  • Windows Explorer context menu registration issues resolved.
  • Improved detection of browser data.