Learn About the Latest Updates in System Mechanic 25.7
What’s New in System Mechanic 25.7?
The team at iolo delivered the latest System Mechanic® version 25.7 in September 2025, with new improvements. Find out below about the latest updates to System Mechanic product family.
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 25.7
The latest update to System Mechanic 25.7 improved Smart ActiveCare 
that uses AI to determine the best time to run critical maintenance—like clearing junk files, repairing registry issues, and optimizing system settings—automatically and without interrupting your work. In other words, SmartScan just got smarter.
SmartScan Improvements
Deeper scans. Better clean up. Faster Performance. System Mechanic’s SmartScan just got a major upgrade.
- Expanded Scans & Repairs
SmartScan now recognizes the latest storage paths for all major browsers—digging deeper to detect and remove clutter slowing you down. - Boosts Speed & Space
Cleanups now deliver faster boot times, smoother streaming, more responsive gaming, and more free space!
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 25.5
The latest update to System Mechanic 25.5 added advanced password manager security with the new ByePass+ Password Manager.
Protect your digital life with the new ByePass+ — delivering the same trusted convenience with enhanced encryption security. Safeguard your logins, autofill credentials effortlessly, and access everything with one master password. Your data has never been safer.
Note: ByePass+ is available with System Mechanic Ultimate Defense.
How ByePass+ Password Manager Works
Trouble remembering your logins and passwords? With ByePass+, never worry again.
Key Features
- Securely store unlimited logins in one place
- Auto-fill usernames, passwords, credit cards, and personal data
- Auto-generate strong passwords and test their strength
- Protect data with 256-bit encryption, and sync across computers
- Save sensitive data like bank details and IDs with Secure Notes
ByePass+ is included with System Mechanic Ultimate Defense.
Legacy ByePass user? Learn how to migrate to ByePass+.
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 25.3
The latest update to System Mechanic 25.3 added features and enhancements called Smart ActiveCare and iolo SafeWeb.
How Smart ActiveCare Works
- AI-Driven Optimization – Smart ActiveCare learns your device’s usage patterns and schedules maintenance scans and repairs when your PC is idle.
- Seamless Performance – No more interruptions! System Mechanic optimizes your PC without disrupting your workflow.
- Adaptive Scheduling – Unlike traditional maintenance tools, Smart ActiveCare customizes notifications, scans, and repairs based on your usage habits, ensuring your PC stays in peak condition.
Maximize your PC’s performance with Smart ActiveCare, an AI-powered enhancement that optimizes maintenance scans and repairs to run at the most convenient times for you.
Note: Smart ActiveCare is available with System Mechanic Standard, Pro, and Ultimate Defense.
How iolo SafeWeb Works
- Safer Browsing – Identify potentially dangerous websites, helping you avoid security risks and unreliable sources.
- Privacy Protection – Prevent trackers from collecting data about your online activity, keeping your personal information more secure.
- Content Filtering – Automatically block harmful or inappropriate content, ensuring a safer browsing experience.
- Scam & Phishing Alerts – Receive warnings about fraudulent websites attempting to steal your personal information, helping you browse with confidence.
Simply click Install and follow the on screen prompts to get the extension. Once installed, pin it to your browser for easy access.
Browse with confidence using iolo SafeWeb, which helps safeguard your online activity by identifying potential threats and blocking harmful content before it reaches your device.
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 25
The update to System Mechanic 25 added a feature and enhancement called AppPrioritizer.
AppPrioritizer
This new feature helps maximize the performance of your favorite apps by automatically prioritizing them for peak efficiency. AppPrioritizer ensures your most demanding applications run smoothly and prevents lags by allocating CPU resources where they are needed most.
AppPrioritizer is your new go-to tool for ensuring that your favorite apps run at peak performance, with no interruptions.
- Tailored Prioritization – Customize which apps receive the most CPU resources, ensuring smooth performance for the applications that matter most to you.
- Efficient Multitasking – Load balance other apps to prevent CPU stress while your prioritized apps get the resources they need.
- Realtime Notifications – Stay informed when AppPrioritizer optimizes your CPU, keeping your system running efficiently behind the scenes.
AppPrioritizer is available in System Mechanic Standard, Pro, and Ultimate Defense.
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 24.5
The update to System Mechanic 24.5 added a couple of new features:
- Unsecure Internet Connection Notification
- Low Disk Space Notification
Insecure Internet Connection Notification
Stay secure and informed! System Mechanic will alert you if your Wi-Fi connection lacks sufficient security settings, potentially endangering your personal data. This notification empowers you to take immediate action to safeguard your online protection.
Low Disk Space Notification
Know when it’s crucial to maintain your PC for optimal performance! System Mechanic notifies you when your hard drive or SSD space drops below 20%, indicating it’s time to clean up your storage.
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 24.3
The March 2024. update to System Mechanic 24.3 brought additional feature called File De-Duplicator. This new feature allows you to manage your storage with ease by scanning your device, identifying duplicates, and deleting unnecessary files.
Note: File De-Duplicator is available with System Mechanic Pro and System Mechanic Ultimate Defense. It is only compatible with 64-bit versions of Windows.
File De-Duplicator
File De-Duplicator streamlines your digital environment, making it simpler to manage duplicates cluttering your device, giving you back valuable space, and saving time.
- Personalized Scans – Locate all duplicates at once or tailor your search based on file type. File De-Duplicator provides the flexibility to scan for duplicate audio, video, image, or document files.
- Intuitive Navigation – Easily manage files with our user-friendly interface, which simplifies viewing scan results, reviewing identified duplicate files, and selecting them for deletion.
- Reclaim Space – Optimize your device storage by freeing up valuable space occupied by unnecessary duplicate files.
System Mechanic – Updates to the Version 24
The major update to System Mechanic 24 added the following features and enhancements:
Applies to System Mechanic Pro® and System Mechanic® Ultimate Defense™
New: Backup & Restore
Easily protect your most important files with safe, secure copies. We guide you through creating backups, adding new files, and recovering them effortlessly to their original location. This new Backup & Restore feature is compatible with 64-bit versions of Windows only.
Keep a safe and private copy of your most important files, documents, and photos with System Mechanic Backup & Restore. A copy of your important personal digital content is saved on your PC hard drive in case any files are lost or damaged. Keep your backup copies safe and recover a lost or damaged file through an easy 3 step process.
Backup & Restore is available with System Mechanic Pro and Ultimate Defense.
Step-by-Step instructions
Backup & Restore is easy to use. We walk you through the steps to Create, add files to and Restore files from your Backup on your PC.
Backup to your PC
Highly secure – your critical files are in a secure folder on your PC, not in a cloud-based service.
Add new files to your backup
Keep important files safe and secure by adding them to your backup as new files are created, or you update existing files.
Recover files to their original location
No need to hunt for files. If you need to recover a lost or damaged file, they will be restored to the original location, even if you deleted the original file.
Next features apply to System Mechanic®, System Mechanic Pro® and System Mechanic® Ultimate Defense™
New: Smart Scan Recommendations – Dark Web
Available in all versions of System Mechanic, you get alerted when your email address is found on the dark web. Ever curious about your digital footprint on the dark web? System Mechanic's Smart Scan now alerts you if your email is compromised. Plus, get bi-weekly updates with actionable steps.
In addition, Smart Scan automatically finds security gaps in your PC’s protection without slowing it down. Scans also pinpoint possible security improvements and offer personalized suggestions through a friendly and informative notification system.
- Personalized Product Suggestions – Smart Scan evaluates your computer searching for possible vulnerabilities. Tailored recommendations are provided to address potential security concerns.
- Improved Performance & Security – Through the installation of recommended and compatible products, Smart Scan elevates computer performance while reinforcing identity and financial security.
Applies to System Mechanic Pro® and System Mechanic® Ultimate Defense™
Improved Virus Protection
Experience peace of mind while using your device, as your files undergo continuous virus scanning. Our ever-growing database, which incorporates over ten thousand new virus strains daily, ensures comprehensive protection.
- Added virus definitions of potential threats – now updated at a higher frequency.
- Swift identification and elimination of a wider array of threats and malware, safeguarding your machine and personal information from harm.
System Mechanic – Updates to Version 23.5
This update to System Mechanic brought some new features as well as the enhancements to existing ones.
New: Fingerprinting Protection
No longer browser-dependent, improved Fingerprinting Protection hides your online habits from potential trackers. Block trackers in real time and shield your personally identifiable information from websites and advertisers.
- Easily toggle protection on or off
- Choose which trackers you block or allow
- Block cookies (the storage of your unique data)
- Easily view your masked fingerprinting history
New: User-friendly Privacy Permissions
New user-friendly navigation lets you easily configure permissions and manage data sharing effortlessly for both Windows and third-party applications. Easily configure permissions, manage data sharing, and safeguard your personal information with a seamless and intuitive interface. Take control of your privacy with confidence and simplicity.
How to use:
- Open System Mechanic Ultimate Defense and click on ‘Privacy’
- Locate the ‘Windows Privacy’ heading and the dropdown box on the right side
- Select a preset configuration or click on ‘Custom’
- Clicking on the small box with the arrow will reveal custom privacy details
- Use the toggles to turn permissions On and Off
System Mechanic® & Startup Optimizer boost your PC’s startup time
How to use:
- Open System Mechanic, System Mechanic Pro or System Mechanic Ultimate Defense and click on ‘Performance’
- From the Performance Home dropdown, select ‘Toolbox’
- Find and click on ‘Startup Optimizer’
- Startup Optimizer will scan and find potentially unwanted items slowing boot-up time
- Review each item, see community recommendations and impact on performance
- Choose to allow each item to open on start, delay, or be turned off
System Mechanic – Updates to Version 23.3
The latest System Mechanic now unmuzzles your internet speed unlocking hidden bandwidth giving you a blazing fast internet. Plus, now you can get automatic and on-demand processing power when you need it and conserve power when you don’t.
NetBooster Enhancement
NetBooster reclaims valuable network bandwidth reserved by your computer’s operating system. It’s like turbocharging your car!
- Stream and game with less interruptions
- Download files and media faster
- Browse with more tabs open
Throttling up with NetBooster
Take advantage of NetBooster’s optimized internet settings by running a Deepclean scan, which can be started by clicking on the dropdown found inside the Performance pane.
PowerSense Enhancement
Go beyond your operating system’s compromised settings and unleash all your processing power with PowerSense. Unlock processor cores and get full clock speed when using high-demand apps, such as video editing software or a favorite gaming platform, or conserve power when performing less intensive tasks such as browsing the internet.
How to optimize with PowerSense
- From the Performance window, Select LiveBoost from the dropdown
- Be sure PowerSense is switched to the ON position.
- Click the down arrow in the PowerSense dropdown menu
- Select one of seven different built-in modes.
Since the update to version 23, System Mechanic has a fresh look and feel. Easily navigate, explore utilities and optimize with fewer clicks.
System Mechanic – Updates to Version 23
New enhancements include:
- New Personalized Performance Reports
Delivered directly to your inbox, System mechanic keeps you in-the-know on how it's optimizing and protecting your PC. - New Network Scanner Enhancement
Detect and protect all software-compatible devices using your home’s network with a few simple clicks. - New Whole-Home Protection
Keep all your home devices covered, with easy-to-use network identification. Protect up to 10 devices with only one paid subscription.
Added Features & Enhancements – Details
System Mechanic®, System Mechanic Pro® and System Mechanic® Ultimate Defense™ users will enjoy:
Personalized Performance Reports
See how System Mechanic is keeping your PC optimized and protected with regular reports delivered straight to your inbox.
- Easy-to-read format
- Tailored to your device
- Includes relevant tips and recommendations
System Mechanic 23 features new personalized performance reports to help you quickly see what's happening under all your computers' hoods.
- Discover how many security issues were fixed
- Confirm clean-up and defragmenting happen regularly
- Verify deceptive programs have been thwarted
Get more out of System Mechanic and your PC with valuable performance details.
With precise, easy-to-read performance details conveniently dropped in your inbox, System Mechanic can help you:
- Uncover more optimization opportunities by running a quick scan
- Anticipate your PC’s power before launching high-demand apps
- Tweak your security protocol further for greater peace of mind
System Mechanic’s advanced features and tools continue to be the most potent allies in the fight against PC & WiFi slowdown.
How do I sign up for performance reports?
As a valued System Mechanic customer, Performance Reports will automatically be sent to your email address on file. There’s nothing more you need to do.
Protect all home devices with Network Scanner
Network Scanner now includes an easy-to-use tool that detects whether devices running on your home’s network have System Mechanic installed.
Benefits of using Network Scanner include:
- Increased speed & reliability of all network-connected PCs
- Now protects up to 10 home devices
- Added protection and privacy for all PCs connected to the same network
- Delivers greater value and peace of mind
How to use Network Scanner:
- From the Performance section, select “Toolbox” from the dropdown.
- Click on Network Scanner
- While on the Network Scanner page, select the red ‘Scan now’ button.
- A green bar shows System Mechanic is installed, while an orange bar shows it is not.
- Click on the device that doesn’t have System Mechanic installed.
- Follow the prompt asking you to enter your email address to receive instructions on how to install System Mechanic on the new device.
The latest System Mechanic gives you more control over your PC’s performance with fewer steps and confusion.
Usability Enhancements
Streamlined new dashboard design makes it even easier for you to navigate, and experience your computer operating at maximum performance speed. Below is a screenshot of the UI enhancements/changes to System Mechanic 23.
As always, System Mechanic Ultimate Defense offers best-in-class Windows optimization to speed up all the PCs in your home with just one license. Fine-tune dozens of broadband, hard drive, memory, and processor settings to achieve the very smoothest streaming, gaming, browsing, downloads, video chat, work multitasking, and more.
Enjoy these new enhancements and more in System Mechanic, System Mechanic Professional, and System Mechanic Ultimate Defense!
