What is Returnil?
Returnil is a virtualization software designed to leave no trace of user activity on a Windows computer. It creates a virtual partition that acts as a temporary operating system overlay where programs can be installed or the internet browsed anonymously. Once Returnil is exited, all changes made within the virtual partition are deleted.
Some key features of Returnil include:
- Creating a virtual partition that protects the host operating system from any changes
- Opening untrusted programs inside the virtual partition to test safely
- Browsing the internet with increased privacy since browsing history and cookies aren't retained
- Reverting the computer back to the state it was in before launching Returnil
- Portability with the ability to run Returnil off a USB drive on any Windows computer
Returnil virtualization allows risky activities like testing malware samples or visiting dubious websites without worrying about the integrity or privacy of your main operating system. It can also be used by multiple people sharing the same computer to maintain privacy. Overall, Returnil offers a simple way to browse and experiment safely by automatically wiping all virtual changes after use.