FAQs

Does Softonic offer any kind of paid subscription?
Softonic does NOT offer paid subscriptions of any kind. All program downloads are 100% FREE. We will never ask for your phone number, credit card, or bank account information.   Please be cautious of any possible scams. If you have subscribed to a SMS premium service we recommend you to contact your phone services provider, as they will be able to tell you what company is charging you and to cancel the service. In case money is being withdrawn from your bank or credit card account without your consent we recommend you to check your bank statement. This way you will be able to contact the company responsible for those charges and to cancel the subscription.
What is Softonic?
With over 50 million monthly visitors, Softonic is one of the largest trusted-apps and software platforms in the world. We interact with our global audience through our desktop and mobile portals and on social media. Across every channel, we offer clean and safe app downloads, as well as insights, in-depth comparisons, insider tips and tutorials for the most popular apps from around the world.    With over 550,000 software titles published in 20 languages, our Catalog offers the most complete selection of technological solutions to our audience’s needs customized to the platform of their choice. (PC, Mac, Web-apps, Mobile). Softonic caters to a global audience generating over 40 million monthly sessions.    Softonic is proudly headquartered in Barcelona with offices in Madrid and Malaga. 
What are the main advantages of using Softonic?
Softonic offers many advantages to our users:  
  • Free download: It doesn't cost you anything to download from Softonic. Just choose your platform or device and start downloading!
  • Virus-free download. Every new or updated title on our site is being tested with more than 30 antivirus engines in order to guarantee that our programs are virus free.
  • Quick search box: Our user-friendly search tool allows you to filter and sort your results to find exactly what you are looking for.
  • Analytical and complete software reviews. Programs are reviewed by our expert editors, helping you find the right software for your needs.
  • User ratings: Check our user ratings for the programs you are interested in. 
Does Softonic sell programs directly?
You can not buy a program directly from the Softonic web site.   The “Buy Now” button you see on some software review sites will redirect you to the developer’s sales platform or an online store of one of our affiliates. We do not have access to any information regarding your software purchase from any of these affiliate sites. Questions regarding purchase information, order status, and/or software activation should be directed toward the seller. You may have received an order confirmation email, which should provide you with the correct contact information. Below are our affiliate partners. 
  •     Adobe
  •     Microsoft
  •     ExpressVPN
  •     Cleverbridge
  •     Impact Radius
  •     Commission Junction
  •     Tradedoubler
  •     Wargaming
Softonic does not provide technical support for downloaded software. For user support and technical inquiries, contact the program developer. There is a link to the developer on the software review site, as shown below:  
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