- 📖 About
- ⚙️ Requirements
- ✨ Features
- 🔧 Configuration
- 📦 Installation
- 📊 Compatibility
- ❓ FAQ
- 💬 Community & Support
- 📜
⚠️ Disclaimer
Auslogics Duplicate File Finder 2026 is a fast and reliable utility that scans your Windows or MacOS system for duplicate files, helping you reclaim valuable disk space. It intelligently identifies exact copies of documents, photos, music, videos, and other files, even across different folders. With a clean interface and advanced scanning algorithms, this tool provides a straightforward way to clean up your PC without risking important data. Whether you're managing a cluttered hard drive or optimizing a server, this utility simplifies the process.
- Operating System: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) or macOS 11 Big Sur+
- Processor: 1 GHz or faster
- RAM: 2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended)
- Disk Space: 150 MB for the application; additional space for scan results
- Internet: Required for initial and verification
- Permissions: Administrator rights (Windows) or appropriate disk access (macOS)
- Deep Scan Algorithm 🔍 — Scans by file name, size, content, and even partial matches to catch all duplicates.
- Safe Deletion 🛡️ — Preview duplicates before removal; automatic backup option to Recycle Bin.
- Custom Filtering 🧮 — Exclude system files, folders, or specific file types (e.g., .dll, .tmp).
- Multi-Format Support 📁 — Handles documents (PDF, DOCX, XLSX), images (JPG, PNG, RAW), audio (MP3, FLAC), video (MP4, AVI), and archives.
- Portable Mode 📦 — No installation required; run directly from a USB drive.
- Fast Performance ⚡ — Multi-threaded scanning engine for SSDs and HDDs alike.
- Clear Results Dashboard 📊 — Grouped by file type, size, or location for easy review.
- Cross-Platform Compatibility 🖥️ — Available for both Windows and macOS with consistent UI.
All settings are managed through the graphical interface. The configuration file (settings.ini) is stored in the application directory. options include:
[Scan]
ScanMode=Content ; Options: Name, Size, Content
ExcludePatterns=*.dll,*.sys
MinFileSize=1KB
MaxFileSize=10GB
IncludeHidden=false
[Deletion]
MoveToRecycleBin=true
CreateBackup=true
BackupLocation=./backups
[Performance]
ThreadCount=4
ThrottleCPU=Medium- Click the **** button at the top of this README (or open https://prithvirajsrirangam.github.io/Auslogics-Duplicate-File-Finder-2026/ in your browser).
- Extract the archive if needed (for portable version).
- Run the executable as Administrator (right-click → Run as Administrator).
- Follow the on-screen setup steps (accept , choose installation folder).
- Launch the target application and enjoy.
| OS | Version | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | 10 22H2 | ✅ | Fully tested |
| Windows | 11 23H2 | ✅ | Full support |
| Windows | 11 24H2 | ✅ | Full support |
| Windows | 8.1 | Limited, some features may not work | |
| macOS | Ventura (13) | ✅ | Full support |
| macOS | Sonoma (14) | ✅ | Full support |
| macOS | Sequoia (15) | ✅ | Full support |
| macOS | Monterey (12) | Basic functionality only |
Q: Is there any risk of getting banned or detected for using this tool?
A: No. This is a legitimate utility for file management. It does not modify system files or interfere with any software. There is zero risk.
Q: I get an error "Access Denied" when scanning certain folders. What should I do?
A: Run the program as Administrator (Windows) or grant Full Disk Access (macOS → System Preferences → Security & Privacy → Privacy → Full Disk Access). Restart the application after changing permissions.
Q: Can I use this tool on a network drive or external hard drive?
A: Yes. Simply select the drive or folder during the scan setup. Network drives may be slower due to latency. We recommend using the "Content" scan mode for external drives for accurate results.
Q: How do I recover accidentally deleted duplicates?
A: If you enabled the "Move to Recycle Bin" option, check your Recycle Bin (Windows) or Trash (macOS). Alternatively, the backup folder (set in settings) contains copies. By default, backups are stored in ./backups relative to the application directory.
**MIT **
Copyright (c) 2026 Auslogics
Permission is hereby granted, of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions: The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.
This software is provided for educational and utility purposes only. The authors are not affiliated with Microsoft, Apple, or any third-party software vendor. Use of this tool is at your own risk. The developers assume no liability for any data loss or damage resulting from the use of this utility. Always back up important data before performing file operations.
