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DeleteOnClick
What it is
DeleteOnClick is a Windows utility for securely removing files and wiping free disk space. It can also securely empty the Recycle Bin. Before deleting a file, the utility clears its dates and attributes and changes its name. For free-space cleanup, it offers a faster method described as less secure and a separate secure wipe option. The maker warns that files removed securely with DeleteOnClick cannot be undeleted, so deletion should be treated as permanent. DeleteOnClick is one of seven Windows utilities in the free OnClick Utilities suite, which supports 32-bit and 64-bit Windows. The listed download is version 2.6.7.0, and a SHA2-256 checksum is published for that download. The suite may be used indefinitely at no cost for personal, educational, charity, government, and commercial purposes. Freeware users can turn to a forum, help files, online help, articles, tutorials, and a knowledge base. The suite has a free plan, with no free trial listed.
For and against
For
- Securely empties the Recycle Bin.
- Offers separate faster and secure free-space wipe options.
- Free for personal, educational, charity, government, and commercial use.
- Supports 32-bit and 64-bit Windows.
Against
- Securely deleted files cannot be undeleted.
- The faster free-space wipe is described as less secure.
- Windows only.
The verdict
DeleteOnClick provides file deletion and free-space wiping without a cost. Because securely deleted files cannot be recovered, verify your selection before using it.
Who it suits
DeleteOnClick suits Windows users who want to permanently delete files, clear the Recycle Bin, or wipe free disk space. It can be used at no cost for personal, educational, charity, government, and commercial purposes.
Plans and prices
DeleteOnClick Free
personal, educational, charity, government and commercial use · Windows 32-bit and 64-bit · NTFS and FAT file systems
Read 15 Oct 2026 · 2brightsparks.com
DeleteOnClick
100% free · Windows 32-bit and 64-bit
Read 3 Oct 2026 · 2brightsparks.com
On the record
- 64-bit support
- DeleteOnClick supports 64-bit Windows as well as 32-bit Windows.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- API/SDK
- The maker documents Windows Shell Extension integration but provides no public API or SDK details on the product and help pages reviewed.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Authenticity
- 2BrightSparks states that all software it distributes is digitally signed so users can verify it was produced by the company and has not been changed.2brightsparks.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Changelog
- Version 2.6.7.0, dated July 2024, was recompiled with a newer compiler and is the last release installable on Windows Vista/2008.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Crunchbase profile
- Crunchbase lists 2BrightSparks as a private Singapore software company with 1-10 employees and names Michael J. Leaver as co-founder and technical director.crunchbase.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Deletion workflow
- The utility adds a Securely Delete command to Windows File Explorer's right-click menu and asks for confirmation before erasing.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Distribution
- The maker offers DeleteOnClick V2.6.7.0 as a download within the OnClick Utilities download page.2brightsparks.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Documentation
- Support material includes an offline help installer, online help, feature articles, tutorials and a technical knowledge base.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- DoD standard
- The help page says the erasure method follows the U.S. Department of Defense 5220.22-M standard.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Download verification
- The maker publishes a SHA2-256 checksum for the DeleteOnClick download.2brightsparks.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- File cleanup
- It can securely empty the Recycle Bin.2brightsparks.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Filename hiding
- Files are renamed to random names before deletion so their original names are harder to identify during recovery attempts.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Free-space modes
- It offers a faster free-space wipe described as less secure and a separate secure free-space wipe.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Free-space speed
- The FAQ says the quick free-space wipe runs about three times faster than the secure option, although both can take substantial time.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Free-space wiping
- The utility offers a faster free-space wipe described as less secure and a separate secure free-space wipe option.2brightsparks.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Freeware history
- The changelog records that DeleteOnClick became completely free in version 2.5.0.0 in February 2021.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Licence
- The product documentation labels DeleteOnClick as freeware rather than naming an open-source licence.2brightsparks.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: basic feature set
- A G2 reviewer says the product lacks advanced functions such as scheduled deletions and has an almost nonexistent interface.g2.com · read 15 Oct 2026
