OldTimer's MoveIt (OTMoveIt; OTM)

Overview

OldTimer's MoveIt (OTMoveIt) was a free malware removal tool developed by OldTimer. It was designed to delete stubborn or malicious files that could not be removed using standard Windows tools. OTMoveIt was commonly used by security professionals and malware analysts to clean infected systems by forcefully removing detected threats.

Features

• Deletes files that cannot be removed through conventional methods.
• Removes malicious registry entries and startup items.
• Provides script-based execution for advanced users.
• Portable and does not require installation.
• Frequently used in malware removal guides.

Compatibility

OTMoveIt was compatible with:

• Windows XP
• Windows Vista
• Windows 7

It is no longer supported on modern Windows versions and has been discontinued.

Usage

1. Download OTMoveIt from a trusted security source.
2. Run the executable (no installation required).
3. Enter the file path or registry entry to be removed.
4. Click "Move It!" to delete the specified files or entries.
5. Restart the system to apply changes.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• ✔ Effective for removing stubborn malware files.
• ✔ Lightweight and portable.
• ✔ Used in security forums for manual malware removal.

Cons

• ✘ Discontinued and no longer updated.
• ✘ Requires knowledge of malware locations to be effective.
• ✘ Not an automated malware scanner.

Alternative Software

• RKill – A tool designed to stop known malware processes.
• Malwarebytes – Comprehensive malware removal tool.
• ESET Online Scanner – Free cloud-based malware scanner.

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• Status: Discontinued (No longer maintained)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).