Instead, use the official Free edition for everyday tasks. For advanced features, either buy the Pro version (wait for a 30–40% discount) or use open-source alternatives like GParted. Your data and security are worth far more than $59.
| Software | Key Features | Windows Support | |----------|--------------|------------------| | (requires bootable USB) | Resize, move, copy, check partitions; supports ext4, NTFS, FAT32 | Yes (via live CD) | | AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard | Merge partitions, move apps, rebuild MBR | Yes | | EaseUS Partition Master Free | Resize, clone, check partitions (limits on advanced features) | Yes | | Windows Disk Management | Built-in; shrink/extend volumes (no merge or move) | Yes | Minitool Partition Wizard 12.1 License Key LINK Free
If a software tool that manages your hard drive is free from an unofficial source, you—or your data—are the product. Need help partitioning safely? Let us know in the comments which task you’re trying to accomplish (resizing a system drive, dual-booting Linux, etc.), and we’ll recommend the safest free tool for the job. Instead, use the official Free edition for everyday tasks