Linux File Systems for Windows

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Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software is a unique tool which gives you full access to Linux volumes within Windows.

Just plug your hard disk with ExtFS/Btrfs/XFS partitions into your PC and instantly work with any media on the Linux partitions.

Stable Operation

Fail-safe operability across compatible hardware and software systems for both general-purpose and specialized applications

Data Safety

Protection of data integrity and prevention of accidental data corruption and possible loss

Guaranteed Performance

Steady throughput and balanced goodput with effective flow control, reduced overheads, and congestion avoidance

Efficient Use

Thrifty usage of processor, memory, and disk resources

Native look and feel

As you launch Paragon ExtFS, it will automatically detect existing Ext partitions and mount them in Windows. This is a very clever software and prevents mounting of the Linux swap partitions. You can see the list of detected or mounted Ext partitions from the Paragon ExtFS system tray icon context-menu.

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I have been pleased by its speedy performance as well. Since it allows me to use existing Windows file-managing applications, I have not noticed any slow-down in transfer speeds. It is very seamless.

By Jack M. Germain
linuxinsider.com
After trying many other products to read data from a failing SSD containing the root filesystem for a Linux system, I tried the Linux File Systems for Windows product by Paragon Software. It worked great. Even though several versions of Linux were unable to even mount the root partition on the SSD, Linux File System had no trouble. I was able to copy most of my data off the disk. Only a few files were irretrievably lost. I was so happy with the free trial that I have purchased the product. Thank you! I am also going to try some of your other products. There is so much junky software on the market – it is a pleasure to find one that really works.

Jim Schatzman

How it Works

Install

Download and install
Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software

Connect

Connect your ExtFS/Btrfs/XFS drive to your PC

Use

Your drive will show up in Explorer

Intuitive, user-friendly interface
Useful tray
Verify and repair utility
Format utility
Settings
Additional options
Form for your feedback
Sign in and activate

Features

Supported Operating Systems	Windows 11 (64-bit) Windows 10 (32/64-bit) Windows 8/8.1 (32/64-bit) Windows 7 SP1 (32/64-bit) Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 (64-bit) Windows Server 2012 (64-bit) Windows Server 2016 (64-bit) Windows Server 2019 (64-bit) Windows Server 2022 (64-bit)
Supported File Systems	Read/write: Ext2 Ext3 Ext4 Read-only: Btrfs XFS
Write Access	When ExtFS volume is mounted in write mode, you can do everything with files and folders it contains: read, edit, delete, rename, create new.
Automount	Mounts supported volumes automatically at startup, so you don’t need to bother about it each time you restart the operating system or power your computer on. However, this feature can be disabled at any moment in the program interface.
Volume Administration	Formats, checks integrity, and repairs corrupted ExtFS volumes with minimal effort.
Internationalization	Supports all character sets supported by your operating systems, including those that use non-Roman characters, so you will never face a problem of not getting access to file names on volumes mounted in non-native OS.
Read/write support for LVM (Logical Volume Management)	With Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software, your Linux’s logical volume manager won’t lose any of its functions: it will be able to perform open, close, read and write operations and, in general, operate in a usual way.
Command Line Interface	Get full control over Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software via a command line.
Compatibility with 3^rd party software	Since product provides access to Linux volumes globally to the entire operating system, you can use most desktop and encryption applications, including TrueCrypt and its forks* (encrypted file container mode only).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software?

There is no way to read or write data from Linux-formatted storages in Windows. If you have Linux-based devices at home (NAS, smartTVs, multimedia boxes, routers) and would like to access data from Linux-formatted storages on Windows PC, you need Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software.

What Linux file systems can I work with?

Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software provides read and write access to Ext2, Ext3 and Ext4 volumes. Btrfs and XFS are available in read-only mode.

Which Extended Filesystem features are supported?

These are 64bit, dir_index, extent, extra_isize, ext_attr, flex_bg, has_journal etc. Please, note that Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software does not support bigalloc, journal_dev, meta_bg, inline_data features at the moment.

What can I do with files?

You can perform create/read/modify/copy/delete operations with your ExtFS files in a usual way and read or copy data from storages formatted to Btrfs and XFS.

Can I write to Btrfs- and XFS-formatted disks?

No, Btrfs and XFS are available in read-only mode. Write access will be available soon.

Can I format Btrfs and XFS volumes?

Yes, you can format Btrfs and XFS volumes to ExtFS. Please, note that you cannot format volumes to Btrfs and XFS.

Can I try the product for free before buying?

Sure, you can try Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software for ten days completely for free. After that the speed will be reduced until you activate a purchased license.

I have Paragon ExtFS for Windows. Will it be updated?

Should I uninstall Paragon ExtFS for Windows before installing Linux File Systems for Windows by Paragon Software?

When I’m trying to install the product I get the error message: “Another version of this product is already installed. Installation of this version cannot continue”.

The product doesn’t run on Windows 7 SP1.

I cannot install the product via CLI.

Please install Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable Update 3 RC and try again.

The product doesn’t run on Windows 8.1.

Please install these additional updates for Windows 8.1 x64/x86 versions: KB2919442 if it is not installed, then KB2919355.

I frequently work with NTFS, HFS+, extFS-formatted partitions on my Mac and Windows PC. Can I get a discount, if I buy all drivers at once?

Yes, you can purchase our new Paragon Mac ToolBox for just $54.99. The Suite contains four tools to guarantee seamless cross-platform data exchange and disk space management:

Microsoft NTFS for Maс by Paragon Software
APFS for Windows by Paragon Software
HFS+ for Windows by Paragon Software
Paragon CampTune

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