Compatibility: Windows Only (Requires NTFS file system). A powerful, multithreaded Windows utility designed to instantly fix restricted file permissions...
A fast, multithreaded Windows utility to remove file security blocks and repair broken permissions across entire folders—instantly and safely.
Windows often restricts files downloaded from the internet or transferred between systems by:
- Adding a
Zone.Identifier(Protected View warning) - Breaking file permissions (ACL issues)
These restrictions can prevent you from opening, editing, or even accessing your own files.
Deep File Unblocker solves both problems in one click:
- Removes security blocks
- Takes ownership of files
- Restores full administrator access
All through a clean, responsive interface.
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🔍 Deep Directory Scanning
Scan a single file or recursively process entire folders and drives -
⚡ Dual-Action Engine
- Removes
Zone.Identifier(unblocks files) - Repairs permissions using native Windows tools
- Removes
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💽 Smart Drive Detection
Automatically handles FAT32/exFAT drives that don’t support Windows ACLs -
🧪 Dry Run Mode
Preview all changes before applying them -
🧵 Multithreaded Processing
Smooth UI with real-time progress—even on large directories -
⏯️ Full Process Control
Pause, resume, or cancel operations anytime -
📋 Detailed Logging
View, copy, or export logs for auditing and troubleshooting
You do not need Python installed to use this tool.
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Go to the Releases page
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Download one of the following:
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Portable (
UnblockerApp_v2.exe)
→ Run instantly (no installation required) -
Installer (
DeepUnblocker_Setup_v2.5.exe)
→ Installs to Program Files and adds Start Menu shortcuts
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Run the application
- Administrator privileges will be requested automatically (required)
- Windows OS
- Administrator privileges
(Python is only required if building from source)
This tool uses native Windows commands for maximum reliability:
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Remove Protected View (ADS):
cmd /c del /q /a "filename:Zone.Identifier" -
Take Ownership:
takeown /F "filename" /A -
Reset Permissions:
icacls "filename" /grant Administrators:F /C /Q
- Python 3.8+
- Windows OS
git clone https://github.com/Vova1975vn/Deep_File_Unblocker.git
cd Deep_File_Unblockerpip install -r requirements.txtpython main.py- This tool modifies file ownership and permissions
- Always use Dry Run mode first if unsure
- Administrator rights are required for full functionality
Created by Dr. Vova
With assistance from Google Gemini
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