WinDefender for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffMarch 12, 2026

WinDefender offers robust real-time encryption to secure confidential data on Windows 95/98/ME systems. It protects files and folders, allowing on-the-fly decryption and granular access control for enhanced security.

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Pros
- Provides strong encryption for data protection.
- Offers real-time protection and security service.
- Decrypts files on the fly for seamless access.
- Enables assignment of access rights (read-only, hide).
- Secures confidential data on legacy Windows systems.
Cons
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WinDefender for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: November 28, 2006

Latest update: March 12, 2026

Version: 2.1.9.1

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows 95
Windows 98
Windows ME

Additional Requirements: Windows 95/98/Me

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 1,406

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

1/5

1 User Votes

Rouge Software
creederpunkMay 7, 2011
Pros
A knock-off of the real Windows Defender which is actually FREE and also as bad as this one.
Cons
Everything in it is bad!
Summary
Don't download, if you have this on your computer don't buy it and use a REAL anti-virus software to remove it.

Developer’s Description

Protect your files, folders, and data using strong encryption.