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Is it safe to fix registry with CCleaner?

Is it safe to fix registry with CCleaner?

Quite honestly, no. You see, Microsoft has refused to release their own registry cleaner tool, or endorse any third party registry cleaner. And this is within reason. Microsoft’s stance is that they don’t want users messing with the registry since it probably brings attention to the most bloated part of Windows.

Should I let CCleaner clean my registry?

Though there’s no performance benefit to cleaning your registry, there (usually) isn’t any harm in doing it, either. Reputable PC cleaning tools, such as CCleaner and Iolo System Mechanic, are excellent at avoiding critical keys.

How do I clean my registry with CCleaner?

To clean your Registry:

  1. In CCleaner, click the Registry icon at left.
  2. Optionally, select the items under Registry Clean you wish to scan (they are all checked by default).
  3. Click Scan for Issues.
  4. Once the scan is finished, you can review the list of issues (this is really for advanced users).

Is registry cleanup safe?

Are registry cleaners safe to use? Most of the time, yes, letting a registry cleaner remove the registry keys it finds as problematic or useless is perfectly safe.

Is CCleaner worth using?

You can use Windows cleaning options and other third-party tools that do a better job at tasks like finding duplicate files. In short: CCleaner isn’t worthless, but most users probably don’t need it.

Is the CCleaner registry cleaner safe to use?

Yes, it is pretty safe. Nearly all the regulars here use it. There have been a couple of complaints from folks but it probably wasn’t CCleaner that caused their issues. When using a reg cleaner, it is always best to make a backup of your registry first. And CCleaner’s default settings do ask if you want to back up.

How long does it take to backup CCleaner registry?

Whenever you use the CCleaner “Issues” section to clean the registry; prior to performing the actual cleaning process, the program offers to “option” to backup the previous registry. The CCleaner backup process takes about 5 seconds to complete and can save you hours of trouble should something go wrong.

Do you have to back up your registry before using a Reg cleaner?

When using a reg cleaner, it is always best to make a backup of your registry first. And CCleaner’s default settings do ask if you want to back up. If this is your first time cleaning your reg or it has been awhile, there will be quite a bit there.

Where can I get CCleaner for Windows XP?

Hi, the Windows XP and Vista build can be downloaded from here: https://download.ccleaner.com/sunset/ccsetup564_xp-vista.exe CCleaner v5.64 is the last version that you will be able to use on XP and Vista and you will not be able to update, however v5.64 will receive any future critical security updates.