- Quick specs
- Price: Free to try (15-day trial); $59.95 to buy
- Operating system: Windows Vista, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows 2000
- Date added: October 22, 2008
- Total Downloads: 233,978
- Downloads last week: 200
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 74 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
This utility proves to be one of the most powerful and flexible among erasers and privacy protectors. It has a handy interface: you can irrecoverably delete files using the right-click Explorer menu or by dragging them to the program window. Privacy Guard enables you to clean traces left in Windows (recently opened files, Run history), your browser (cache, cookies), and various applications such as ICQ and Windows Media Player.The most remarkable feature is that you can fully control which files and Registry keys are erased, as well as add your own items for deletion. CyberScrub uses several erasing methods, including quick wiping, NAVSO, DoD, and Gutmann, so you can find the balance between speed and security. The program also lets you create your own methods. You can define the number of cleaning passes and, for each pass, any overwriting pattern (byte or text, fixed or random); this is a rare capability for this class of software.
What's more, it's possible to shuffle the order of passes and verify the data has really been deleted. Happily, CyberScrub now offers a built-in scheduler so you can run time-consuming tasks when you're away from your computer. You can lock the program with a password so nobody can occasionally damage your files beyond recovery. CyberScrub is designed for professional use.
Publisher's description
From CyberScrub :Privacy Suite deletes all evidence of online activity (history, videos, e-mail, chat, newsgroups, pictures, P2P apps) and securely erases files beyond recovery. Used by many federal agencies. Encrypts sensitive data to prevent unauthorized access. Supports MS Office. Integrated scheduler allows program to run when idle or at set times. This product is tested with Encase forensic recovery software. A Microsoft Shareware Pick of the Week.
Version 5.1 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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Version 5.1 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 3.3 stars out of 74 votes
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Version: CyberScrub Privacy Suite 5.1
"Useful product. problematic version."
Pros: Third version of Keychain came with issues it took weeks to solve. Previous versions have been reliable and useful Customer service was as frustrated by this problem as I was.They did, however keep at it until the issue was resolved.
Cons: This particular version fraught with problems from the beginning Lengthy time to solve.
Summary: Keychain has been a useful utility for storing password, credit card info. etc. and previous two versions were reliable. I am usre this one will be as well, now that the problems have been solved.
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Version: CyberScrub Privacy Suite 5.1
"Excellent product best on the market"
Pros: I have beren using your product for the past year. At renewal I had a minor problem but with your online assistance it was solved by Pat within minutes. Thank you from the UK.
Cons: I have nothing I don't like about the product....only praise!
Summary: It gives me such piece of mind in knowing that if there is a problem the little balloon pops up in the corner of the screen to inform me that I need to fix it........and with a click of the mouse it deletes and erases .......problem gone!! Thank y... read more >>
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Version: CyberScrub Privacy Suite 5.1
"Excellent program and exceptional support sevices."
Pros: Simple to use, with reminders to run specific aspects of the program at regular intervals and which can all be personalised. Along with ad-hoc option.
Cons: None. I've been using Privicy Suite for a little over 12 months now and can't find a down side to it.
Summary: I would have no hesitation in recommending this software to anyone, either for personal use like myself, or to professionals. It does what it says it will, 'simply'.
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Version: CyberScrub Privacy Suite 5.1
Pros: Simple to use, leaving you assured that sensitive data has been destroyed for ever!
Cons: nothing at all
Summary: I have used this product for twelve months and I am totally satisfied with the results. At renewal I had a minor problem which was sorted out efficiently by Pat through their online help!!! He made everything so easy for me, thank you Pat!
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Version: CyberScrub Privacy Suite 5.1
Pros: I have been using Cyberscrub since version 3.5 on my computers. The program running with Diskeeper Pro Premier help the hard drive run at it's peak for many years with no problem. It does wonder for personal security too.
Cons: Nothing to say here.
Summary: It's kept Vista and XP running flawlessly for well over 2 years.
This program is well worth the investment. - See all 17 user reviews Write review
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