DesktopKeeper is the totally unique software that really works with Windows 2000/XP. Desktop Lock feature might be useful if you want to protect your desktop from unauthorized access and determine if someone shows interest in it.
Publisher’s description
What is DesktopKeeper?
DesktopKeeper is a proprietary program for Windows from Greatis Software.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). The main installer is 2.0 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Small download (2.0 MB)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: DesktopKeeper is a Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is DesktopKeeper safe to download?
- The file is served by greatis.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
8236677002B6CEA55B7D0E8A07A3E2CF12F9F7EEB7158B03FFEC690E72D5BEBB· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1.1.234Latest | June 10, 2003 | 2.0 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Greatis.DesktopKeeper -eDesktopKeeper410b.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Greatis Software
- Licence
- Proprietary (EULA)
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 4.1.1.234
- Released
- June 10, 2003
- Added to the catalogue
- July 1, 2025
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- greatis.com
- winget ID
- Greatis.DesktopKeeper
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Frequently asked questions
Is DesktopKeeper free?
DesktopKeeper is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary (EULA)). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is DesktopKeeper safe to download?
The download comes from greatis.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install DesktopKeeper with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can DesktopKeeper be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does DesktopKeeper run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.