GFI BackUp Freeware

GFI BackUp Freeware

by GFI Software

What is GFI BackUp Freeware?

GFI BackUp Freeware is software application developed by GFI Software. It is most commonly found on computers running Windows 7 with nearly 61.81% of installations running this operating system. GFI BackUp Freeware's installer is typically 24.00 MB in size and installs around 19 files.

GFI BackUp Freeware is most popular in the United States with 55.10% of installations residing in this country.

When using a computer that is connected to the internet, GFI BackUp Freeware is known to create 1 firewall exception to allow inbound and outbound connectivity.

About GFI BackUp Freeware?

GFI BackUp Freeware is a software program developed by GFI Software designed to provide users with an efficient and reliable backup solution. This program automatically starts each time the computer is rebooted, offering continuous background service to ensure seamless operation. Additionally, it includes a background controller service that runs automatically, with the option to delay its start through the service manager. To ensure secure and uninterrupted internet connectivity, GFI BackUp Freeware adds a Windows Firewall exception and connects to the internet as needed. The primary executable for this software is GFIBckFUnwise.EXE, and the setup package typically installs approximately 19 files with a total size of 24.96 MB (26,171,298 bytes). The program also includes an auto-update component, Update.EXE, which checks for and applies software updates when new versions are discovered. At present, the software is most commonly used on Windows 7 (SP1) and Windows 10 operating systems. The user base for GFI BackUp Freeware is primarily located in the United States, with significant usage also in the United Kingdom and Australia.

Software Behaviors

Services:
  • GFIFSched.exe runs as a service named 'GFI BackUp Freeware Scheduler Service' (GFIBckFSched).
  • GFIFInst.exe runs as a service named 'GFI BackUp Freeware Attendant Service' (GFIBckFAtt).
Firewall:
  • GFIBackUp.exe is added as a firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\GFI\GFI BackUp Freeware\GFIBackUp.exe'.

Startup Entries

Registry entries:
  • GFIAgent.exe is loaded in the current user (HKCU) registry as an auto-starting executable named 'GFI BackUp Freewar' and executes as "C:\Program Files2\GFI\GFI BackUp Freeware\GFIAgent.exe".

Software Details

URL:
https://www.gfi.com
Support:
Installation path:
C:\Windows\GFIBckFUnwise
Uninstaller:
"C:\Windows\GFIBCK~1\GFIBCK~1.EXE" "C:\Windows\GFIBCK~1\GFIBckFInstall.LOG"
Size:
24.00 MB
Language:
English

GFI BackUp Freeware Executable Details

Primary executable:
GFIBckFUnwise.EXE
Name:
GFI BackUp Freeware
Path:
C:\Windows\GFIBckFUnwise\GFIBckFUnwise.EXE
MD5:
4619fddf31a16ee28707f24019db380d
SHA-1:
SHA-256:
Files installed by GFI BackUp Freeware
File Type Filename MD5
DLL
6b38f619e41b3f1c72a68a5ed7cc57e0
EXE
b2e842e954a284de7660a3a12136c770
DLL
2270ca43f357c01d1765784996d88c84
DLL
2a2fba3f9897f8065eac7a8b4a1ef608
DLL
0d09bee94a8d2ad7648a24a6ba9ef481
DLL
0f9103f3c8e42ccb34035a29e3c11e24
EXE
4e7f9e41f870ac86281611a2c4456362
DLL
a72a1ef6f58fc954d84ca20f43a8b75c
EXE
ed096300368c5f47104aaabf9a70d14c
DLL
e63d854fa3e0b8accf85a878fb8659c8