Ashampoo Driver Updater

Ashampoo Driver Updater — Free Download. Automatic driver update
Ashampoo Driver Updater identifies outdated, missing, or faulty drivers on Windows systems. The program performs system scans, compares installed drivers against an extensive database, and executes updates. It includes backup functions and scan scheduling.
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File size: 12.1 MB
The latest version of Ashampoo Driver Updater is: 2.6.1
Operating system: Windows
Languages: English
Price: $18.00 USD (30-day money-back guarantee)

  • Driver database. The database contains over 400,000 drivers for more than 150,000 hardware devices. It is updated with new driver versions upon their release by manufacturers. The program performs comparisons against this database during the system scan.
  • System scan. The scanning process examines all hardware components and installed drivers. It presents the results in a summary format showing the number of up-to-date and outdated drivers. The scan operation completes within a specific timeframe.
  • Batch update. Allows multiple drivers to be selected for simultaneous updating. The download and installation of all selected drivers is performed in a single operation. This feature eliminates the need to update each driver individually.
  • Backup creation. Creates backup copies of currently installed drivers before applying updates. The backups allow for the restoration of previous versions if compatibility issues arise. This function maintains system stability after updates.
  • Scan scheduler. Configures automatic schedules for running system scans for updates. Sets regular intervals for scanning without manual intervention. Scheduling ensures timely detection of new drivers.
  • Scan exclusions. Allows specifying drivers or devices that should be skipped during scans. Excluded items are not flagged for updating in future scans. This feature provides control over the update process.
  • Version comparison. Displays installed driver versions alongside the latest available versions. Shows manufacturer information and details for each update. The comparison facilitates informed decisions about which drivers to update.
  • System restore. Automatically creates system restore points before installing driver updates. Provides a recovery method in case of system instability following an update. This safety measure protects against compatibility issues.
  • Summary interface. Presents a complete overview of all drivers detected on the system. Organizes information into categories based on the update status of each driver. The clear presentation facilitates navigation and action selection.
  • Silent update. Executes download and installation processes without interrupting the user. Operates in the background while other tasks are performed on the system. This mode maintains productivity during updates.

Ashampoo Driver Updater is developed by Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG, a German company founded in 1999. Program development began in response to the need to automate driver maintenance. The application is primarily written in C++ with additional components in C#. The first version was released in 2017 as part of Ashampoo's system utilities suite.


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