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LocatorZero
LocatorZero is a desktop and web search tool that finds files, folders, pages and open tabs across devices.
LocatorZero helps people find files, folders, pages, and open tabs by typing any part of a name. It searches local computers, external and USB drives, network drives, cloud folders, browsers, and open tabs. The web version operates offline on chosen folders or a sample computer, while the desktop app searches the whole computer using the system search index and browser histories. It reads names and dates, previewing the first 64 KB of a file only when requested. A clean up feature finds duplicate and large files, checking copies byte for byte before sending selected items to the Recycle Bin. The product prioritizes privacy with no accounts, tracking, or network access.
LocatorZero at a glance
- Best for: Software engineer, Product manager
- Runs on: Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
- Pricing: Web app is free. Desktop app is free for 90 days, then $3/month, $25/year, or $35 once.
- Released: October 2026
- Category: AI productivity tool
- Website: locatorzero.pages.dev
Key features
- Search files, folders, pages, and open tabs
- Preview the first 64 KB of a file
- Find duplicate and large files with clean up
- Compare duplicate files byte for byte
- Send selected files to the Recycle Bin
- Map file locations across sources
- Run completely offline with zero network access
Use it for
- Locate misplaced files, folders, or pages quickly
- Find and remove duplicate files to free up disk space
- Search across multiple drives and browsers in one place
- Preview file contents without opening external applications
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