WinBoost for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

WinBoost is a utility that enhances Windows performance and productivity by allowing users to adjust hundreds of hidden system settings through a simple graphical interface.

Pros
- Boosts Windows performance and productivity
- Easy to use graphical user interface
- Configures hundreds of secret Windows settings
- Tweak settings for Start Menu, Desktop, and Explorer
- Accesses hidden system optimizations
Cons
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WinBoost for Windows

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GENERAL

Release: August 16, 2005

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 4.90

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows NT
Windows 10
Windows XP
Windows 95
Windows 2000
Windows 98

Additional Requirements: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 235,008

Downloads Last Week: 3

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User Reviews

4.2/5

5 User Votes

great program but support stinks
ckrasmussenMay 12, 2006
Pros
Great program works well.
Cons
Their support is some what lacking as they do not respond to help.
Summary
Nice and Easy
NetScumzMay 12, 2005
Pros
**plenty of tweaks <p>**easy to use.
Cons
**non-resizable window <p>**difficult to read instructions (small font size) <p>**if your not careful enough, you might mistakenly check a setting you don't intend to..
Summary
unending number of useful tweaks !
happyfromwhereApril 6, 2005
Pros
some of the tweaks r such that i did not see in other programs. its "tips & tricks" section is just great it will definitely make ur pc faster and reduce substantially the stratup/shutdown timines.
Cons
some may require a magnifying glass to read the letterings/words !
Summary
Highly recommended
operaloverJune 26, 2004
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this program is like a computer geek sitting next to telling u abt cool windows tweak tricks.the only prob was that all the real cool stuff can be acessed only after paying . but the tweak things r awesome!! certainly worth a try
reliable
March 30, 2004
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Developer’s Description

tweak XP secret settings

WinBoost is a special utility designed to boost Windows performance and productivity. Using an easy to use graphical user interface you can configure hundreds of Windows secret settings, such as Start Menu, Desktop, Windows Explorer, Internet Explorer. Everything that you wouldn't normally even know about.