Free powerful PIM that features calendaring, note keeping and contacts storage.
EssentialPIM is a freeware personal information manager which has a similar look and feel to Microsoft Outlook.
The application was designed as an overall management application for every day life and can help manage daily tasks, remember dates and store personal information and contact details.
The application interface is pretty easy-to-use and navigation is simple. Adding appointments, to-do lists and creating notes is hassle-free. It also works as a password manager.
One thing to note about this application is the fact it support encryption so data is safe and secure. Furthermore, it can synchronize with portable devices running Android or iOS.
EssentialPIM includes a WYSIWYG input interface, allows you to run multiple instances of the application and creates automatic backups on an interval.
Overall, EssentialPIM is a feature-packed application though the paid versions include more, as you might imagine.
Features of EssentialPIM
- Integrates with Dropbox and Google Drive.
- Backup and Restore: Backup and restore data to local drive or other storage.
- Calendar: Sync with Google Calendar and other services.
- Cloud Sync: Automatically sync data with Dropbox, Google Drive and more.
- Contacts: Manage contact information and email addresses.
- Customization: Choose from different themes and colors.
- Data Encryption: Protect data with 256-bit AES encryption.
- Desktop Notes: Place sticky notes directly on the desktop.
- Lists: Create custom lists for groceries, books, movies and more.
- Notes: Easily organize notes, documents and other content.
- Password Manager: Securely store passwords, PINs and other sensitive data.
- Reminders: Set up reminders for upcoming tasks and events.
- Reports: Generate custom reports for contacts, tasks and other data.
- Tags: Categorize data with custom tags and labels.
- Tasks: Create to-do lists, prioritize tasks and set reminders.
- Templates: Create custom templates for events, tasks and other items.
Compatibility and License
Is EssentialPIM free?
EssentialPIM is a restricted version of commercial software, often called freemium which requires you to pay a license fee to unlock additional features which are not accessible with the free version. Download and installation of this software is free, however other similar programs are available from organizer and PIM software which may have what you need. 11.8.4 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can EssentialPIM run on?
EssentialPIM can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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