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Revision as of 08:42, 8 March 2025
Overview
OTC (OldTimer's Cleaner) was a free Windows system cleanup and malware removal tool developed by OldTimer. It was designed to quickly remove temporary files, junk data, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) to improve system performance and resolve malware-related issues.
Features
- Cleans temporary files, log files, and unused system data.
- Removes malware-related registry entries and files.
- Lightweight and portable (no installation required).
- Free to use with no additional setup required.
- Used for quick system maintenance and malware troubleshooting.
Compatibility
OTC was compatible with:
- Windows XP
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
It is not supported on modern Windows versions and has been discontinued.
Usage
- Download OTC from a trusted security resource.
- Run the executable file (no installation required).
- Click the "Clean" button to remove temporary files and unnecessary system data.
- Restart the computer to complete the process.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✔ Fast and simple to use.
- ✔ No installation required.
- ✔ Effective at removing junk files and some malware traces.
Cons
- ✘ Discontinued and no longer updated.
- ✘ Limited malware removal capabilities.
- ✘ Not compatible with modern Windows versions.
Alternative Software
- CCleaner – A more advanced system cleaning tool.
- BleachBit – Open-source system cleanup and privacy tool.
- Malwarebytes – A comprehensive malware removal solution.
Developer
- Author: OldTimer
- Status: Discontinued (No longer maintained)
External Links
- (No official website available)
- May be found on archived security forums (use caution when downloading).