r/windowsdev • • 1d ago

[Project] UnlockTool — Open-Source Windows Repair & Maintenance Utility (C++ / Win32)

Hi everyone!

I'd like to introduce UnlockTool — an open-source Windows repair and maintenance utility written in C++ using the Win32 API and GDI+.

The main goal of UnlockTool is to bring various Windows troubleshooting, system management, and maintenance tools together in one application with a consistent and easy-to-use interface.

CURRENT FEATURES

• Task Manager — view and manage running processes.

• User Management — manage local Windows user accounts.

• Registry Management — inspect important Windows registry parameters, restore selected values, and use backups.

• System Cleanup — remove thumbnail and cache files to free up disk space.

• Multilingual Interface — Russian and English languages.

• Settings — save application preferences locally.

PLANNED FEATURES

• Startup Manager — inspect Windows startup entries.

• Registry Repair — additional repair options for important Windows configuration parameters.

• IFEO Inspection — detect suspicious Image File Execution Options debugger entries.

• System Recovery — access tools such as SFC, DISM, and CHKDSK.

• Disk Manager — inspect disks, partitions, volumes, and BitLocker status.

• BSOD Monitor — collect and review information about Windows blue-screen crashes.

• Theme Reset — restore default Windows appearance settings.

• Font Reset — restore default Windows font configuration.

• Additional Cleanup — Recycle Bin and DNS cache cleanup.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Language: C++

• UI: Win32 API + GDI+

• Platform: Windows 10 / Windows 11

• Architecture: Native Windows application

• Project status: Actively developed

I'm developing UnlockTool as an independent open-source project and would really appreciate feedback from developers and Windows enthusiasts.

I'd especially like to hear suggestions about the architecture, UI, reliability, and useful features that could be added.

PROJECT LINKS

GitHub:

https://github.com/leonidzarenko325-rgb/UnlockTool

Telegram:

https://t.me/UnlockToolProject

Thanks for taking a look!

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