DelFast

DelFast 1.2.0.0

DelFast is a lightweight Windows utility for instantly deleting files and folders without the delays caused by Windows Explorer calculations and animations.

  • By Yali
  • Open Source
  • Portable
  • Updated Dec 21, 2025
Download for Windows

About DelFast

DelFast is a lightweight Windows utility for instantly deleting files and folders without the delays caused by Windows Explorer calculations and animations.

What's new in 1.2.0.0

  • improved deletion speed thx to bwedding
  • added execution time measurement for delete operations
  • added benchmark file generator button for performance testing

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Technical details

PublisherYali
Version1.2.0.0
Release date2025-12-21
LicenseMIT License
Installer typeportable
Architecturex64
Package IDYali.DelFast

Install DelFast from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Yali.DelFast -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Yali.DelFast -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Yali.DelFast -e

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DelFast version history

1.1.0.0

Frequently asked questions

Is DelFast free?

Yes. DelFast is free and open-source software released under the MIT License license.

What is the latest version of DelFast?

The latest version is 1.2.0.0, released on Dec 21, 2025.

Is it safe to download DelFast?

The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with f77f9ea83f7aa20bda724f8b6c95bb0dc86d29683b03595d85a4c914ffa0a09b.

Which Windows versions does DelFast support?

DelFast runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I uninstall DelFast?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find DelFast and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Yali.DelFast -e.

Is there a portable version of DelFast?

Yes. DelFast is available as a portable program (DelFast.exe, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.