Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) V18.1.4.1 Released. (Updated)
Posted: Mon Jan 26, 2026 5:01 pm
Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) V18.1.4.1 Released.
Requirement:
-Windows 7 up to Windows 11
-NVIDIA, AMD, Intel GPUs
-Also support basic Realtek audio driver cleanup.
-Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 or higher
Changelog:
- Intel: Removed additional "Endurance Gaming" registry keys.
- Intel: Added removal of additional NPU files and folders.
- Intel: Fixed an issue where the NPU entry might persist in "Installed apps".
- Intel: Fixed a bug preventing the removal of multiple NPU drivers.
- Intel: Added removal of WINEVT related registry keys.
- Nvidia: Removed additional ContextMenuHandlers registry keys.
- Nvidia: Improved cleanup of the AV1 Encoder MFT.
- AMD: Removed additional registry keys.
- General: Several translation updates.
Known issues:
- Intel cleanup could cause a DDU crash with the "Installer" version. (Now fixed)
- (NOT A DDU ISSUE) With Windows 11 24H2, your PIN may not work in Safe Mode.
Make sure you know your password and also check the following setting:
Go to Settings → Accounts → Sign-in options
Under Additional settings, turn off "For improved security, only allow Windows Hello sign-in for Microsoft accounts on this device"
Important: You must use your password at least once in normal mode before it will work in Safe Mode.
Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) Official Download
Portable / Self-Extracting Version
SHA-256: B49723CE66C6CD40BD1C4EACB5FB38AE6B01369D669D41EC345CDA0284A93C1D
Download DDU (Portable / Self-Extracting)
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Installer Version (Updated)
SHA-256: 7225E73BF65A5D2733751AFC32DA12B8EF281463C86E586486D1DCDC77789668
Download DDU (Installer)
Social :
Big thanks to the following Patreon and also those who aren't listed!
-honnmaguro (Since 2018-03-16)
-ZaoDaDong (Since 2019-02-06)
-Alberto Bursi (long time donator/supporter)
-Kaseb (Since 2019-09-05)
-Frank Brown (Since 2019-10-31)
-James Tiller (Since 2021-04-03)
-Paulo Henrique (Since 2021-04-19)
-Graeme Small
-SMiThaYe
-Chris Ross
-Fabio
-Matti Metsikko
-mikalonia - mika
-ChaosDMNS-
-Eduardo Macias
-Peter Le
-Kater Willschie
-Duke Hanson
-Zero Chung
-Remy Starshade
For a guide , check : https://www.wagnardsoft.com/content/ddu-guide-tutorial
Recommended usage:
-You MUST disconnect your internet or completely block Windows Update when running DDU until you have re-installed your new drivers.
-If your system use BitLocker , PLEASE have your BitLocker recovery key nearby because your system may ask for it.
-DDU should be used when having a problem uninstalling / installing a driver or when switching GPU brand.
-DDU should not be used every time you install a new driver unless you know what you are doing.
-DDU will not work on network drive or on a OneDrive location. Please install in a local drive (C:, D: or else).
-The tool can be used in Normal mode but for absolute stability when using DDU, Safemode is always the best.
-If you are using DDU in normal mode, Clean, reboot, clean again, reboot.
-Make a backup or a system restore (but it should normally be pretty safe).
-It is best to exclude the DDU folder completely from any security software to avoid issues.
Note: If you have issues for downloading the file, it could be one of your extension interfering with our hotlink protection.
Here is some applications from our partners that we recommend.
They are useful tools that may help you update / uninstall outdated drivers /programs.
IMPORTANT, they are not made by us, we only recommend them.
Official Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) Distribution Policy:
The official download location for DDU is www.wagnardsoft.com. While other trusted mirrors may host the tool, they must accurately credit the developer (Ghislain Harvey / Wagnard) and avoid phrasing that implies ownership or authorship.
Unauthorized redistribution or misrepresentation is prohibited.
Enjoy our free tools?
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Requirement:
-Windows 7 up to Windows 11
-NVIDIA, AMD, Intel GPUs
-Also support basic Realtek audio driver cleanup.
-Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 or higher
Changelog:
- Intel: Removed additional "Endurance Gaming" registry keys.
- Intel: Added removal of additional NPU files and folders.
- Intel: Fixed an issue where the NPU entry might persist in "Installed apps".
- Intel: Fixed a bug preventing the removal of multiple NPU drivers.
- Intel: Added removal of WINEVT related registry keys.
- Nvidia: Removed additional ContextMenuHandlers registry keys.
- Nvidia: Improved cleanup of the AV1 Encoder MFT.
- AMD: Removed additional registry keys.
- General: Several translation updates.
Known issues:
- Intel cleanup could cause a DDU crash with the "Installer" version. (Now fixed)
- (NOT A DDU ISSUE) With Windows 11 24H2, your PIN may not work in Safe Mode.
Make sure you know your password and also check the following setting:
Go to Settings → Accounts → Sign-in options
Under Additional settings, turn off "For improved security, only allow Windows Hello sign-in for Microsoft accounts on this device"
Important: You must use your password at least once in normal mode before it will work in Safe Mode.Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) Official Download
Portable / Self-Extracting Version
SHA-256: B49723CE66C6CD40BD1C4EACB5FB38AE6B01369D669D41EC345CDA0284A93C1D
Download DDU (Portable / Self-Extracting)
---
Installer Version (Updated)
SHA-256: 7225E73BF65A5D2733751AFC32DA12B8EF281463C86E586486D1DCDC77789668
Download DDU (Installer)
Social :
Big thanks to the following Patreon and also those who aren't listed!
-honnmaguro (Since 2018-03-16)
-ZaoDaDong (Since 2019-02-06)
-Alberto Bursi (long time donator/supporter)
-Kaseb (Since 2019-09-05)
-Frank Brown (Since 2019-10-31)
-James Tiller (Since 2021-04-03)
-Paulo Henrique (Since 2021-04-19)
-Graeme Small
-SMiThaYe
-Chris Ross
-Fabio
-Matti Metsikko
-mikalonia - mika
-ChaosDMNS-
-Eduardo Macias
-Peter Le
-Kater Willschie
-Duke Hanson
-Zero Chung
-Remy Starshade
For a guide , check : https://www.wagnardsoft.com/content/ddu-guide-tutorial
Recommended usage:
-You MUST disconnect your internet or completely block Windows Update when running DDU until you have re-installed your new drivers.
-If your system use BitLocker , PLEASE have your BitLocker recovery key nearby because your system may ask for it.
-DDU should be used when having a problem uninstalling / installing a driver or when switching GPU brand.
-DDU should not be used every time you install a new driver unless you know what you are doing.
-DDU will not work on network drive or on a OneDrive location. Please install in a local drive (C:, D: or else).
-The tool can be used in Normal mode but for absolute stability when using DDU, Safemode is always the best.
-If you are using DDU in normal mode, Clean, reboot, clean again, reboot.
-Make a backup or a system restore (but it should normally be pretty safe).
-It is best to exclude the DDU folder completely from any security software to avoid issues.
Note: If you have issues for downloading the file, it could be one of your extension interfering with our hotlink protection.
Here is some applications from our partners that we recommend.
They are useful tools that may help you update / uninstall outdated drivers /programs.
IMPORTANT, they are not made by us, we only recommend them.
Official Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) Distribution Policy:
The official download location for DDU is www.wagnardsoft.com. While other trusted mirrors may host the tool, they must accurately credit the developer (Ghislain Harvey / Wagnard) and avoid phrasing that implies ownership or authorship.
Unauthorized redistribution or misrepresentation is prohibited.
Enjoy our free tools?
Leave a tip to support development:
Visit our Merch Shop(Best way to support us)
Tip via PayPal
Tip with Card(Visa / MasterCard / UnionPay - Processed securely by Stripe)
Or
Bitcoin : bc1qvh0g7vdu8m0vlzddn6wg7v0z2zy02jngx0wppxrpjxg4frwa4ygqx884ua
USDT (TRC20): TRD3CHPAD5h6LtJKPMX4Ntgx1zgFWBm8cq
Support us over our PATREON page.