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
EXE
9e95f75b6e53adcfb9e22da86165b385
EXE
f8744e71844f47c46411bed35be5c8e9
EXE
1354c9a7b65e4abebfb038fdb07ac0c2
EXE
1418c3317d29293f6473d56018ae092f
DLL
52af4fd8a1b8675444a2246c2a819d71
DLL
9f1bcd1fed2bb29f9c9cd207917c2941
EXE
4619fddf31a16ee28707f24019db380d
EXE
404135960a4b2bba2bdfe0654fea341c
EXE
a8e08c381c48d4c8e477a9f7029893b5