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GabrielStone
Dec 30, 2025Iron Contributor
C drive is full. What should I delete to clean up C drive safely?
My Windows 11 laptop has a small size C drive. It only has 80GB in space. Now, only 6GB free space is available and the computer starts lagging these days. Now, Windows 11 keeps warning me about low...
DakotaWolf
Dec 30, 2025Iron Contributor
Using BleachBit can be an effective way to free up space when C drive is full. It’s a free, open-source cleaning tool that helps remove unnecessary files and clean up system clutter. Here's what you should know about using BleachBit:
How to Use BleachBit Safely If C Drive is full:
- Download from Official Site: Always get BleachBit from its official website to avoid malware.
- Run as Administrator: Right-click the program and select "Run as administrator" to allow deeper cleaning.
- Review the Cleaning Options:
Carefully check the items you want to delete.
Avoid cleaning things you might need later unless you are sure. - Perform a Backup (Optional): BleachBit can create backups of certain files before deletion.
Run the Cleanup: Click "Clean" and wait for the process to complete.
Important Precautions
Avoid Deleting Personal Files: BleachBit mainly deletes system and application cache; it does not delete personal documents unless explicitly selected.
Be Careful with Deep Cleaning: Some options, like cleaning system logs or free disk space, should be used cautiously.
Check Before Confirming: Always review what will be deleted before executing the cleanup.