The Sandboxie-Plus guide explains running untrusted software in unprivileged containers and isolating programs from the internet.
Sandboxie Plus
Sandboxie-Plus isolates programs in sandbox environments on 32-bit and 64-bit Windows NT-based systems.
About Sandboxie Plus
Sandboxie Plus is a sandbox-based isolation program for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows NT-based operating systems. It creates an isolated environment where applications can be run or installed without permanently modifying the local or mapped drive. The program is described as suited to controlled testing of untrusted programs and web surfing.
Sandboxie is available in two builds. The Classic build has an MFC-based interface, and the Plus build has a newer Qt-based interface with added features. New features are developed for the Plus build. Some can also be used in the Classic edition by manually editing the Sandboxie INI file. The developer is listed as David Xanatos. The homepage notes that the software was previously developed by Sophos, Invincea, and the original author, Ronen Tzur. Pricing is not stated.
Key features
- Runs or installs applications in an isolated environment without permanently modifying local or mapped drives
- Isolated virtual environment for testing untrusted programs
- Isolated environment for web surfing
- Classic build with an MFC-based user interface
- Plus build with a newer Qt-based user interface and added features
Best for: Windows users who want to test untrusted programs or browse the web in an isolated environment without permanent changes to their drives.
Good for
- Isolated environment allows applications to run or install without permanently modifying local or mapped drives
- Offers two builds, a Classic edition and a Plus edition with a newer interface and new features
Watch out for
- Supports only 32-bit and 64-bit Windows NT-based operating systems
- New features target the Plus build; some can be used in the Classic edition only by manually editing the INI file
Sandboxie Plus at a glance
- Website
- sandboxie-plus.com
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Sandboxie Plus FAQ
Which operating systems does Sandboxie Plus support?
It is designed for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows NT-based operating systems.
What is the difference between the Classic and Plus builds?
The Classic build has an MFC-based interface. The Plus build has a Qt-based interface and receives new features. Some new features can be used in the Classic edition by manually editing the Sandboxie INI file, though this is not guaranteed to work for every feature.
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