Running low on disk space and want a cleaner that just works in the background? KCleaner, a free tool from KC Softwares, clears browser caches, cookies, Windows temp files and the Recycle Bin, and can do it automatically or right before the PC shuts down.
Which files can it clear?
KCleaner looks for temporary files created by Windows and other programs. Its cleanup targets include browser cache data, cookies saved on the computer, and items in the Recycle Bin. Removing these categories can reclaim disk space occupied by accumulated temporary and leftover data.
The files come from different parts of everyday computer use: browser caches and cookies are associated with web browsing, while Windows temporary files are generated by the operating system and other programs. Recycle Bin contents are included as a separate cleanup target.
Reviewing a cleanup
A typical cleanup starts with a scan for removable files. KCleaner presents the results so you can decide what to delete, then carries out the cleanup when you confirm. This review step gives you a chance to see which categories are selected before clearing them.
The workflow is suited to occasional space recovery: scan, inspect the findings, and approve deletion. It targets temporary and junk data only; your own documents are not touched.
- Scan for temporary files and other cleanup targets.
- Look over the results before approving deletion.
- Remove selected items in a cleanup action.
Automated cleanup
Automatic mode runs in the background and cleans when the computer is idle. The Clean & Shutdown and Clean & Restart buttons tidy up before turning the PC off, and an option overwrites deleted files so they cannot be recovered. A portable edition is also available.
Pros
- Targets browser caches and stored cookies
- Includes Windows temporary files and Recycle Bin contents
- Offers review-before-deletion and automated cleanup modes
Cons
- Clearing cookies signs you out of websites
- Fewer cleanup targets than larger cleaners
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11
What does KCleaner remove?
Browser caches, cookies, Windows and program temp files, and the Recycle Bin contents.
Can KCleaner clean automatically?
Yes. Automatic mode cleans in the background, and Clean & Shutdown runs a cleanup before the PC turns off.
Can deleted files be recovered afterwards?
Not if you enable secure deletion, which overwrites the removed files.