Download Free Folder Monitor Free
Free version 8.1.0 for Windows 10/11, 64-bit. Includes light and dark themes.
Windows Requirements
Version 8.1.0 supports 64-bit Windows 10 version 1809 or later and Windows 11. It uses .NET Framework 4.7.2 or a compatible later version included with supported Windows. No separate .NET Desktop Runtime download is needed. Required processing components remain included.
Setup requests administrator permission and installs the app in Program Files for all users. Everyday app use runs with your normal Windows account and its existing access permissions.
Install And Upgrade
- Download the installer from the button below.
- Check the publisher and approve the Windows administrator prompt, then follow the visible setup steps.
- If an optional research invitation is shown, make your own Agree / Decline choice. You can decline and continue.
- Close the application in every Windows session before upgrading. Your saved appearance preference stays with your Windows account.
Current Release
| Product | Free Folder Monitor |
|---|---|
| Version | 8.1.0 |
| Platform | Windows 10 version 1809 or later / Windows 11, 64-bit |
| Setup | 11.3 MB. Digitally signed with a timestamp. |
Before You Use It
Monitoring watches supported local folders while running. Pause stops the watcher; changes made while paused are not captured. The app retains up to 5,000 events. Heavy activity or Windows notification overflow can cause missed events. UNC network paths are not supported.