NetGenius

NetGenius 26.10

Internet connection optimisation and application control

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About NetGenius

NetGenius is a modern Internet connection monitoring, control and optimisation tool. It lets you watch the apps using your Internet in real-time, control their access, and get detailed usage reports. Bandwidth-sensitive applications like voice calls, videos or games can be prioritised. Less important applications like software updates, file downloads or cloud backups can be restricted to and prevented from occupying your entire connection. Finally, the applications that should not be going online can be blocked from accessing the Internet, which is important for better privacy and security.
Key features
- Internet usage monitoring in real-time.
- Bandwidth prioritisation for important apps.
- Bandwidth caps on less important apps.
- Firewall functionality that blocks Internet for selected apps and folders.
- Comprehensive usage reports for any time period.
Additionally NetGenius is
- Capable of excluding LAN traffic and handling up to 1 Gbps speed.
- Built atop the Windows Filtering Platform and fully supports Windows 7 to Windows 10.
- Able to manage multiple computers from one place.

What's new in 26.10

  • Added: Area and Mirrored graph types.
  • Added: Native Windows on ARM64 support.
  • Added: Usage report export to XML and JSON.
  • Improved: Traffic shaping and scheduling.
  • Improved: Graph sharpness and scalability with display DPI.
  • Improved: Taskbar graph integration on Windows 11.
  • Changed: Requires 64-bit Windows 10 or later.
  • Changed: Versioning scheme updated to use the YY.MM format.

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Technical details

PublisherSoftPerfect Pty Ltd
Version26.10
Release date2026-10-13
LicenseProprietary
Installer typeinno
Architecturex64
Package IDSoftPerfect.NetGenius
Install scopeAll users

Install NetGenius from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=SoftPerfect.NetGenius -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=SoftPerfect.NetGenius -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=SoftPerfect.NetGenius -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"netgenius_setup.exe" /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-

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Frequently asked questions

Is NetGenius free?

NetGenius is proprietary software from SoftPerfect Pty Ltd. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.

What is the latest version of NetGenius?

The latest version is 26.10, released on Oct 13, 2026.

Is it safe to download NetGenius?

The download button links to the official installer published on softperfect.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with cf5f5aca3b51f80075fa834bae1269bedf277acb120827bd515c591232c01cde.

Which Windows versions does NetGenius support?

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

How do I install NetGenius silently?

Run the offline installer with "netgenius_setup.exe" /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=SoftPerfect.NetGenius -e --silent.

How do I uninstall NetGenius?

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