How we check software

NearFile lists Windows software and links to where it comes from. We do not install or test programs ourselves. This page explains the checks we do make.

Official sources only

Every download button goes to the maker’s own page or file. We do not host, repackage or edit installers.

Every file is checked on VirusTotal

Before a program is listed, its file is checked on VirusTotal. The number of antivirus engines that checked it and a link to the VirusTotal report are shown on the listing, so you can read the result yourself.

Version information and known problems

We keep the version, file size and license of each listing up to date, and note known problems when we learn of them.

Ads are labelled

Ads on NearFile are marked “Advertisement”. They are never placed to look like a download button. If you are unsure, use the button inside the download box, which goes to the official source.

Report a problem

If a link is broken, a file looks wrong or a page is out of date, tell us on the contact page and we will check it.