Softonic for Windows helps you effectively manage all the games and software that you download and use from the website of the same name.
Aug 14, 2018. Sep 16, 2016.
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There are thousands of websites that let users download free programs and apps, but you always need to factor in the reputation of the site before pressing the download button. Some sites that offer free software include adware and other add-on software that can track what you do online, leave you spreading viruses with each email you send and even steal your banking and private information off your computer. Softonic has a strong reputation as one of the top websites for free software, and this new program now helps you keep track of everything you download.
Softonic for Windows also helps ensure that your Windows operating system is up to date. Windows lets you turn on automatic updates or update your system manually. This may leave you missing out on drivers and updates that help all your programs run properly and leave you dealing with constant crashes and other problems. This app identifies the exact version of Windows you use and searches for updates. It will then show you a small box and let you decide which updates to select.
When you download a larger program or multiple programs at the same time, you may find yourself frustrated at how long the process takes. Softonic for Windows increases how quickly you can download programs to reduce the time you spend waiting around. It lets you download programs faster from both the official site and other websites too.
With this program on your computer, you have full access to the content available on the Softonic website. It will even inform you of new programs you might like. You can click one button to download that program without wasting time visiting the site and searching for that program. Softonic for Windows will let you view all programs in your queue and view all titles you downloaded in the past.
While you can download programs quickly, removing those programs is hard. You cannot delete any programs you installed through this app, though the website may change that feature in the future. The app also constantly reminds you of updates for all your programs, even if you do not want those updates. Users and fans of the site will love Softonic for Windows, but not all computer users will find the app helpful or even useful.
Pros:
- Regularly informs you of updates available for each program on your computer
- Increases your speed when downloading programs online
- Gives you complete access to the Softonic library of programs
- Helps you better manage all the programs you download
Cons:
- Reminds you of updates available for all programs, even those you don't want or use
- Will not let you remove programs you installed with the app
- Is not necessary for those who automatically update Windows
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Available in | Dutch, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Polish, Arabic, English, Japanese, Bulgarian, Swedish and others |
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Owner | Privately held |
CEO | Scott Arpajian |
Revenue | $25 to $50 million (USD) per year |
URL | en.softonic.com |
Alexa rank | 278 (February 2020)[1] |
Commercial | Yes |
Registration | Not required |
Launched | 1997; 23 years ago |
Current status | Online |
Softonic.com is a software and app discovery portal based in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was founded in 1997 and is owned by Softonic International.[2] Softonic.com reaches over 100 million users per month[3] and delivers more than 4 million downloads per day.[4]
History[edit]
Softonic started in 1997 as a file-oriented download service called Shareware Intercom,[5] at Intercom Online (Grupo Intercom), a provider of Internet services in Cerdanyola del Vallès, near Barcelona (Catalonia, Spain). Files for the website originally came from the 'Files Library Intercom BBS' at Intercom Online, using a '5-step semi-automated process', which was later greatly simplified.[6] The company also offered monthly CDs of its software library for users tired of 'having to wait for downloads to complete or pay exorbitant phone bills.'[7] In 1999, the service was described as having a 'generosity of games, antivirus, education and the long, seductive etcetera.'[8] In 2000, the company became independent under the name Softonic.[9] In 2004, Softonic was made available in German, and in 2005, English.[10] Initially the service was oriented only to downloads of DOS and Windows software,[11] but it evolved to offer software downloads for Mac and mobile platforms.
Softonic was listed as the 'Best place to work in Spain (100–250 employees)' in an annual study by the Great Place to Work Institute from 2009–2011, and as second-best in 2008.[12][13] In 2009 and 2011, the site was listed as having the most unique visitor traffic in Spain by audit bureau OJD Interactiva.[14][15]
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Softonic Site
At the end of 2014, Softonic announced that a headcount reduction procedure would be carried out as a cost-cutting measure, allegedly due to financial and organizational reasons. In December, the company formalized the dismissal of 156 employees, against the initial estimation of 207.[16]
In February, 2015, Softonic announced that industry veteran and Download.com co-founder Scott Arpajian had been appointed as CEO of Softonic, replacing Founder Tomás Diago.[17]
In July 2016, Softonic announced a partnership with business software platform Crozdesk.[18]
In May 2018, the company announced that it had hired international executive Sophie Bernard as Vice President of Strategy. [19]
In October 2019, a partnership with Ghacks was announced.[20]
Accusations of spreading malware via installer file[edit]
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In recent years, Softonic was under fire from various online communities for the alleged turnaround of free and copyrighted software made by third parties, embedding the software with malware, adware, and viruses.[21]
Despite these facts, Softonic continuously increases their repository of free software, and used to provide a custom installer for delivering the targeted software along with various other optional programs. Many online creators warned users against using Softonic as a downloading agent and recommend downloading the software from the creator's own website.[22]
In March, 2015, Softonic announced it had discontinued the Softonic Downloader.[23]
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- ^'About Softonic'. CrunchBase.
- ^'Softonic surpasses the figure of 100 million unique users a month'.
- ^'LinkedIn page – Softonic Corporate'. Company LinkedIn profile.
- ^'Shareware'. Intercom.es. Archived from the original on 2000-10-21.
- ^'Backstage' (in Spanish). Shareware.Intercom.es. Archived from the original on February 21, 1999.English tr..
- ^'CDROMs Softonic'. Softonic.com. Archived from the original on December 5, 2000.
- ^'Enredados (Tangled)' (in Spanish). Spain: El Tiempo. December 19, 1999. (English tr.).
- ^'About pmiiumima'. Softonic.com. Retrieved October 12, 2011.
- ^'About Softonic'. Softonic.com. Archived from the original on December 15, 2005.CS1 maint: unfit url (link)
- ^'Shareware.intercom' (in Spanish). shareware.intercom.es. Archived from the original on December 24, 1997.CS1 maint: unfit url (link)
- ^'Best Workplaces in Spain 2011'. Great Place to Work. Retrieved October 13, 2011.
- ^'Vodafone, Louis Vuitton y Softonic, entre las mejores empresas para trabajar en España'. El Mundo (in Spanish). April 22, 2010.
- ^'Auditoría Online – Certificación Audiencia – Difusión Medios Online'. Archived from the original on 2009-06-15.
- ^'MES: SEPTIEMBRE 2011 – TIPO DE DATO: TOTALES – TRÁFICO NACIONAL E INTERNACIONAL' (sort by 'N.UNICOS', sort by 'PAGINAS'). ojdinteractiva.es.
- ^'Softonic acuerda con la plantilla 156 despidos, frente a los 207 planteados'. 18 December 2014.
- ^'Softonic Names Scott Arpajian New CEO'.
- ^'Crozdesk announces partnership with Softonic to help millions of businesses find the right software'.
- ^'Softonic hires Sophie Bernard as Vice President of Strategy'.
- ^https://www.ghacks.net/2019/10/07/ghacks-has-a-new-owner-and-that-is-a-good-for-everyone/
- ^'www.softonic.com softonic inc & www.bierensgroup.com complaints, reviews, scams, lawsuits and frauds reported, 1 results'. www.ripoffreport.com. Ripoff Report. Retrieved 2017-07-30.
- ^'An Assessment of Prime Software Repositories'(PDF).
- ^'Q&A with Softonic's CEO Scott Arpajian: from desktop software juggernaut to 'mobile first' restart'.
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