winget install --id Sandboxie.PlusAbout Sandboxie-Plus
Sandboxie is a sandbox-based isolation software for 32- and 64-bit Windows NT-based operating systems. It is developed by David Xanatos since it became open source, before that it was developed by Sophos (which acquired it from Invincea, which acquired it earlier from the original author Ronen Tzur). It creates a sandbox-like isolated operating environment in which applications can be run or installed without permanently modifying the local or mapped drive. Such an isolated virtual environment allows controlled tes...
What's new in 1.17.6
0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus version 1.17.6 / 5.72.6 introduces a number of usability improvements, compatibility fixes, and refinements to box portability and management. The main application window will now clearly indicate when Sandboxie-Plus is running with elevated privileges by appending “(Administrator)” to the window title, helping users more easily distinguish between elevated and non-elevated sessions. This release further improves the sandbox import and export workflow. The archive format has been revised to store sandbox configurations directly as BoxName.ini files using a [BoxName] section header, replacing the previous BoxName/BoxConfig.ini layout. The new format remains fully backward compatible, with imports supporting both the legacy and updated structures. In addition, the updated format is now fully aligned with the portable sandbox layout, allowing users to simply unpack an exported archive and immediately add the contained sandboxes as portable boxes without any additional conversion steps. Several issues have also been addressed in this build. A problem affecting hook registration has been fixed, improving overall reliability and compatibility. Another important fix resolves excessive CPU usage caused by Desktop Window Manager (DWM) when running applications that use custom title bars, such as applications built with Delphi VCL, significantly reducing unnecessary system load in affected scenarios. For a full list of changes please review the change log. You can support the project through donations, any help will be greatly appreciated. If you ha...
Version history
| Version | Updated | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.17.6 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus version 1.17.6 / 5.72.6 introduces a number of usability improvements, compatibility fixes, and refinements to box portability and management. The main application window will now clear... |
| 1.17.5 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus version 1.17.5 (and the corresponding classic build 5.72.5) resolves several regressions introduced in recent releases and improves compatibility with certain desktop and shell interact... |
| 1.17.4 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.17.4 / 5.72.4 introduces several improvements focused on compatibility, security, and overall stability. This update adds new controls for handling local loopback communication with t... |
| 1.17.3 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.17.3 / 5.72.3 introduces a range of improvements to the user interface, tray integration, and sandbox usability, while also addressing several important security issues that make this... |
| 1.17.2 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.17.0 delivers significantly improved compatibility for UWP applications and App Compartment boxes, alongside usability enhancements and important stability fixes. This version substan... |
| 1.17.1 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.17.0 delivers significantly improved compatibility for UWP applications and App Compartment boxes, alongside usability enhancements and important stability fixes. This version substan... |
| 1.17.0 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.17.0 delivers significantly improved compatibility for UWP applications and App Compartment boxes, alongside usability enhancements and important stability fixes. This version substan... |
| 1.16.9 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This release of Sandboxie Plus focuses on stability, compatibility, and overall robustness across a wide range of real-world use cases. Several long-standing and high-impact issues have been resolved,... |
| 1.16.8 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This update of Sandboxie-Plus enhances usability across the file panel and configuration interface. The file panel now supports an integrated search and filter function, which can be opened using Ctrl... |
| 1.16.7 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This release of Sandboxie-Plus introduces a small but useful enhancement and several important refinements. A new checkbox for the “NoRestartOnPCA=y” setting has been added to the box options, giving... |
| 1.16.6 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This release delivers several important fixes and a key compatibility improvement to enhance the overall reliability and user experience of Sandboxie-Plus. A issue affecting Windows 7 users introduced... |
| 1.16.5 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.16.5 introduces a range of refinements and fixes aimed at improving both usability and stability across the board. One of the most notable improvements is the enhanced INI Editor, whi... |
| 1.16.4 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus 1.16.4 / Classic 5.71.4 has been released on October 2nd, 2025. This version introduces a new protection option that blocks non-administrative instances of the session leader, such as S... |
| 1.16.3 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This release focuses on improved compatibility and stability across modern and legacy Windows builds while polishing the user experience in dark mode and on high-DPI systems. We updated our GitHub bui... |
| 1.16.2 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes The final release of Sandboxie-Plus version 1.16.2 / 5.71.2 consolidates and builds upon the significant advancements introduced in the recent pre-releases, delivering a more secure, compatible, and m... |
| 1.15.12 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie Plus version 1.15.12 / 5.70.12 introduces a range of enhancements, fixes, and usability improvements. This release adds Indonesian language support to the Plus UI, a new template for the WeT... |
| 1.15.11 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This release primarily addresses critical compatibility issues with Firefox, ensuring that version 137.0 and later now runs correctly within Sandboxie Plus without generating SBIE2328 notifications. T... |
| 1.15.10 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes This release primarily addresses critical compatibility issues with Firefox, ensuring that version 137.0 and later now runs correctly within Sandboxie Plus without generating SBIE2328 notifications. T... |
| 1.15.9 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie Plus 1.15.9 delivers a robust update centered on security, stability, and compatibility—particularly for users of modern web browsers and those prioritizing privacy and sandbox integrity. A... |
| 1.15.8 | Unknown | 0 5 5 Release Notes Sandboxie-Plus v1.15.8 / Classic v5.70.8 introduces several improvements and fixes to enhance usability and stability. The sandbox deletion confirmation prompt has been refined for better clarity. The... |