Installed fine on Win8.1 once I temporarily disabled AVG. That's just started happening recently and I assume it's due to an AVG update because for years, I've not had to do that step.

Best registration ever! I had the readme file open and ready to grab the key but the registration window popped up with the name and key fields already filled in waiting for my approval. You can't beat one click.

I've used the past GOTD versions and the free version for years. They're all better than Win task manager, except in one case -- I have a process that sometimes locks up the mouse and I can't get AnVir open. For that reason, I don't choose the option to replace Task Manager. Instead, I'm able to run AnVir all the time, yet ctrl-alt-del to launch task manager when I need it. But I never run windows without AnVir. There may be other software that provides a similar function, but this one is reliable and consistent without causing problems.

My favorite feature is delayed startup. I use it to control the sequence of what loads in addition to really delaying a couple that don't let me get started working quickly. I also like the warning when changes are made to the system in the background.

Thanks AnVir and GOTD!

I purchased the pro version afer vigerously testing the Giveaway and was happy paying the extra money for the pro version.
But unfortunatly upon recieving the licence after buying the software when i came to register it stated "Your registration expired! Please update licence key" it then takes you to a website to purchase a further licence.

I've submitted a support request from within their support website, but then 5 minutes later it stated the matter was resolved and closed.. I jumped back on the support ticket and stated how can it be resolved when no comminucation has been made and the key still doesnt work.

Hopefully no one else will have this issue, and my problem will be resolved in a timely manner. If it isnt resolved I will have to request a full refund or go through Paypal for a full re-embursment.

Anvir is a great program. But when I try to install it on a computer where I had the free version installed, it takes almost no time, says installation completed (not showing any files being installed or anything) and nothing has changed. Uninstalling Anvir free version first made no difference - no errors, but nothing actually installed. On another computer without Anvir, it installed without problems. Anyone run into this and found a solution?

A.T.M., in its PRO guise, has a truly excellent (read 'flexible') Start Up Manager, which I have always thought was worth paying some money for, despite some glitches in the overall program.

VERY GLAD TO SEE NEW UPDATES being released after 3 years of ...

Q1. What discounts are available for EXISTiNG PRO LiCENSE owners?

Why, because with today's offering there appears to be a 50% Discount for ONLY the FiRST YEAR of Ownership which includes Updates & Support.

There seems to be, and NO DiSCOUNT for the EXTRA 3 YEARS of Updates and Support.

Q2. When will the VENDOR UPDATE their downloadable *.PDF Documentation from Version 5.2 which is approximately 6 or 7 Years OLD

Each time I try to install a giveawayofthe day I have the same problem. I get to the screen where it offers to add something to favorites and to install software informer. I don't want to do that but there doesn't seem to be any way to proceed. I close that and nothing happens. Except a webpage is opened that says thanks for registering. I've read that software informer is optional. What am I missing? I'm using Windows 8.1.

I have been using AnVir Task Manager Free for several years, It works well for me. I have tried the paid editions the last couple of time they were given away on GOTD, but the paid version always crashed my computer (?), so I will not be installing this paid version today and will keep using the free version. For me it's a great program.

I originally got introduced to AnVir via GOTD back with version 5.x, around 2008. Along with TaskInfo (from Iarsn.com, no longer updated but still pretty good), Glary Utilities, and MS SysInternals collection (Process Explorer/Monitor, Autoruns), it has been one of my favorite Windows maintenance utilities.

However, both Anvir and Glary lost their registration somewhere along the way, so I'm very glad to see AnVir back and am very tempted to purchase a Pro license.

Perhaps AnVir is the best all-around all-in-one utility as it combines features of what the others require separate apps to accomplish. I'm impressed with the additional details that have been added since those earlier versions -- lots of Windows environment tweaks; separate little floating monitoring windows for CPU, disk drives, memory, network traffic, and (briefly) open hardware; etc.

Also, I have really missed the feature of recognizing and calling attention to newly-added software (which works since a last running of AnVir, even if shut down) along with the process/product descriptions, assigned risk assessments, and the ability to disable them; and the ability to categorize all sorts of startups (services, toolbars, background apps) and choose to easily disable or delay them during startup.

Oddly, though, after closing that window for "Open Hardware Monitor", the tray icon disappeared and I can find nothing in the help files which references it, nor is it listed under Options for enabling/disabling. I'm not sure what I did to make it display in the first place -- I just noticed it after a while, an icon newly appeared in the system tray. When I clicked on it and the info window displayed, it appeared to contain useful info -- I wish I had studied it more closely while it was on screen. The EXE file for it (OpenHardwareMonitor.exe, 2014 by Michael Möller) is in a folder (theirs, I presume) under the AnVir program folder; yet AnVir itself lists the still-running process as a 34% security risk. Interesting... seems like a high ranking for their own program.

Unfortunately, I could find no online help in their support "forum" pages since AnVir appears to have removed the user support forum altogether (today, anyway -- there was a reference to them in a Google page cache from February this year). That's too bad.

But, all in all, a very nice program which I can confirm still works fine on XP. Since using it way back then to clean up and tweak my system(s) based on AnVir's useful product/process descriptions, they have been much more stable. This is a highly-recommended utility you should get for those times when you will need it.

have had 20 crashes in a row when i go to run the install programme on windows 10 notebook
tried to get the free version in frustation only to be defeated by the " a required privilege is not held by the client " an old enemy of mine that even tho i made sure the computer has only one user with all privileges
may switch to Apple as this privilege thing and other problems with Windows over multiple computers drives my stress levels to the skies !

I've always been very impressed with AnVir task manager. I first got alerted to it several years ago, by Ashraf of all people (remember him?). I tried out an earlier version and found it very light on resources, yet extremely versatile and effective. I have used it ever since, in preference to other popular tools that perform the same suite of functions. My latest is version 7 point something, and I shall certainly try out this new version without misgivings.

Downloaded two times and every times i receive the error
"Installer integrity check has failed. Common causes include incomplrete download and damaged media Contact the installer's author to obtain a new copy. More information at http://nsis.sf.net/NSIS_Error".

I don't think is an "integrity" problem also the unzip give an error but the unzip goes well

So what the problem ?

P.S: searched on the author web site for the standard version to download but nothing ... this exist only on the comparison page

Thank you

I just upgraded my Anvir Task Manager a couple of days ago to version 8.12.

I'm hoping this a a pro version or has more features.

This the THE BEST APP to come around in a long time.

I swear by this app and use it everyday. It's great for installing programs because it lets you know what processes or services will be added to startup,

You can disable startup entries, end or block processes, gives you tons of details about processes. You can work with Windows services which are given a more recognizable name.

I've been using it for years and it's a must have. If anyone has any questions about it's use, feel free to post a comment.

Well done Anvir and GOAD!!

Having used this software for many years, a few features not readily apparent:

-- AnVir monitors your system for new programs being installed into your system startup and alerts you, asking if you want to allow this. A nice feature to prevent those secret installs that new programs may try to make. AnVir also will allow you to easily disable programs from starting with the system startup.

-- A nice, automatic memory purge feature, which will clean up and flush your system's memory periodically, freeing memory up.

-- Visible system gauges that will sit in your system tray area, providing at-a-glance info. for features such as memory usage, CPU use, and network utilization.

Very much recommended.

For those amongst who use the well-known CCleaner and maybe Malwarebytes I see no need for today's offer. CCleaner has the function of disabling automatic start-up items included and for killing frozen tasks the Windows task manager does just as well. Also very much uptodate and though with more advanced functions the Advanced Uninstaller Pro takes some beating. Uninstall supervision is just one of the features of that particular application.

I see, WinXP is not listed, will it still work with WinXP (even if no tech support provided)?
Millions still use XP, I am one of them.
Thanks for your help.

For startup control, how is this different from Autoruns?

This software looks very interesting and handy. Were I not already running something similar?(System Explorer), I'd definitely give Anvir Task Manager a try. And by the looks of the reviews on the internet, it's a keeper.

This is a "replacement for Task Manager" according to the descriptions. My questions: 1) does it actually replace task manager on my hard drive, i.e. does it delete the existing task manager? 2) can I restore my existing task manager if I find that I don't like this one? 3) if it doesn't totally replace the task manager, can I choose to run the Microsoft Task Manager or Avir at my whim? and 4) will it run on my old Windows XP machine? I hesitate to install any utility that claims to replace an existing function, I've seen too many of those that turn out to be a disappointment.

I remember use this software when i still use my old PC,
the program run smoothly although the GUI seems not changed at all perhaps the dev want to change it a bit, i prefer it follow Windows default style than Ms Office style (or i not looking hard enough to find the way to change the theme, please tell me if you find it)

The program itself working as intended until i play some Online game, the piece of ***** code called "gameguard" decide to Shutdown the game when Anvir running, aside from that have no problem with this software

An absolutely great program. Been regularly using an earlier version and find its op terrific and the information given a few light years ahead of the standard MSFT program.

Do NOT miss this one, folks.

An absolute keeper... one of the best giveaways of any day. This software is all that CTL-ALT-DEL should have been in the first place. My special thanks to "Giveaway of the day" and to "AnVir Software".

Peter
XP-SP3

Great program with very easy registration , this is the way it should be to register a program

After more than 7 years of improvements an modifications still not ready, I suggest to change the subject.

I've been using Anvir Task Manager Free for a couple of months and love it. Thank you for this standard edition.

I've used various versions of this software for several years and have found it to be a great replacement for Windows task manager, which is weak in comparison. Try it at least, you might like it, I do, thanks GOTD and AnVir.

I'm expecting to get voted down today, every similar positive post seems to have been voted down today.

I use the free Windows Sysinternals Process Explorer or Process Hacker to really get underneath the hood of what is going on in the engine room.

System Explorer is also worth checking out.

I'd be interested to know what AV engine that Anvir uses as they don't specialise in virus removal products per se.

Downloaded GOTD version, then to the AnVir Software website and did the same. Lo and behold,,, they are the same. Couldn't find many reviews on this 8.12 versions. Older versions had a so, so rating. The fact that this offering is at very least deceitful, I'll do a uninstall on both programs. Maybe next time.
On a more positive note. I do want to thank GOTD, for all the work they do for us. Thanks!

I use this (the pro version) and it is great - I thoroughly recommend it.
Some feedback for developer.
1.
I looked at the link to " Upgrade to full featured Pro version with discount!" This page is confusing. It lists the price (and discount) of the pro version in my local currency but in the payment section it only offers USD and EUR as payment options. As these aren't my local currency, I don't know how much I'm going to be charged (e.g. if I choose the USD payment option)

2. I went to the version history page on the developers website to see what is new between my version and the latest version and see this:
"Fexed some bugs"
Maybe update that to "Fixed some bugs." and I will have more confidence in the updates you've done
Thanks

Years ago, around 2007, I discovered AnVir Task Manager here on GOTD - first time, it was their standard version, but they also have given away their Pro version. Doesn't matter to me which one I have, even if it's just the free one - I consider AnVir Task to be an absolute MUST have, it's one of the first programs I install on every machine I've had since that first giveaway. This is what a task manager should look like, and how it should perform - it's also much easier to access than it's Windows counterpart, even for beginners. Once you try AnVir, I doubt you'll ever want to use the Windows Task Manager again :)

Very nice program, I install it 1st on all my PCs. Still I will stick with the free version (as it is updated frequently and I do not need the extra "power" )

If I have installed WINPATROL PLUS and PROCESS LASSO PRO do I need to install today’s giveaway too ?

cannot understand that you are complaining about giving away the free version, just because you did not find the third version (standard) on their website at first sight.
AnVir offers three versions: free, standard, pro
check yourself, which one is given away here in the comparison chart
http://www.anvir.com/task-manager-windows-startup.htm
greetz and have fun

If you go to the web site http://www.anvir.com/task-manager-windows-startup.htm , you will see a comparison of 3 versions of anvir: Free, Pro, and one without a suffix, just plain Anvir Task Manager. I think the no suffix version is the one being given away. If that is the case, it has more features than the Free version but less features than the Pro, and so there is no deception.
I have been using the Free version for years, and I certainly recommend it.
So please stop whining and give this a giveaway a try.

Great program that in totality goes way over my moderately geeky head...while at the same time educates me a little higher every time I use it... Thanks GAOTD and Anvir.

I have used this for years, freeware version is very worth it, you should try it. Thanks Anvir for the Update and discount offer. Love it!!

I own a previous version (from another giveaway day). I must admit, I haven't used it much, but functionality side it was quite good.

works... ty