It is a tool that lets you browse and retrieve cached thumbnails automatically generated by Windows for multimedia files. These thumbnails remain in database files even after the original media file or folder is deleted.
The program supports: thumbs.db, ehthumbs.db (Windows XP and earlier); thumbcache_*.db files (including many sizes) and thumbcache_idx.db for Windows Vista/7/8/10/11; iconcache_*.db files for Windows 8/10
Yes. The program collects all supported database files in and below a specified folder.
You can view all or selected thumbnails as an HTML representation, or use the built-in viewer to see them in full size or best fit for the window.
Version 4.145 includes a modern interface, multilingual support, a resizable gallery (1-50 pictures per page), a built-in viewer, and customised presentation of found files, pages and thumbnails.
Yes, you can manipulate images (basic operations) and also use a heuristic algorithm to search for JPG graphics inside files of any format.
Yes. It can disassemble and display headers of thumbnails, thumbcache files, and entries in thumbcache_idx.db, as well as show image details (metadata, dimensions, source file info, etc.).
In the free version, only the first seven images from each Thumbs.db (or thumbcache_*.db, iconcache_*.db) and from the pagefile are displayed, although all images are reconstructed. The full version shows all extracted images without any restriction.
The full version costs 29.99 USD.
Yes, a free version is available for download.
Simply run the self-extractable archive tdv4145demoinst.exe.
The program has 0 flags on VirusTotal, indicating it is clean and safe to use.
Getting started takes seconds: launch the program, point it at the .db file you want to inspect, and the thumbnail gallery loads automatically. From there, browsing, extracting, and exporting are all just a click away.
Absolutely. Pull out a single thumbnail you need, or extract the entire batch at once — either way, the images are saved ready for viewing, sharing, or further analysis.
Yes — and this is where the software really earns its keep. Even after a photo or an entire folder has been deleted, Windows often leaves its thumbnail behind in the cache database. Thumb*.db Viewer digs those thumbnails out, giving you a window into files that no longer exist anywhere else on the drive.
Pro includes all standard features plus: - Creation of custom thumbnail databases; - Searching for a specific thumbnail across all existing custom databases and system cache files; - Exporting any database content (system or custom) into a PDF file; - Full metadata support (database name, annotation, per-thumbnail comments, source file details); - PDF encryption with owner/user passwords and permission settings;
The program has 0 flags on VirusTotal, confirming it is free from malware.
Yes. You can create unlimited custom databases based on thumbnails located in various source files. You can add, remove, or edit them at any time.
Yes, selected thumbnails can be copied directly into a custom database.
When the program is launched for the first time, it automatically converts any custom databases created by older versions.
Yes, the same thumbnail may be included in several databases.
You can export the contents of Thumbs.db, ehthumbs.db, thumbcache_*.db, iconcache_*.db or any custom database into a PDF file. The PDF includes the database name, annotation, and comments for each thumbnail. If thumbnails come from multiple source files, the PDF creates separate sections and an outline with source file names.
Yes. You can encrypt the PDF, set owner and user passwords, and define permissions (e.g., printing, copying, editing) that apply when opened with user access.
In the free version, only the first seven images from each database and pagefile are displayed (though all are reconstructed). The full Pro version shows every extracted image without limitation.
The full version costs 99.99 USD.
Yes, a free version is available for download.
Just run the self-extractable archive tdv4145demoinst.exe.
Yes. From Windows 98 all the way through Windows 11, Thumb*.db Viewer reads every thumbnail cache format Microsoft has used along the way — so whichever version of Windows generated the file, you're covered.
Yes. Select as many thumbnails as you need and extract them all in a single operation — no need to save images one by one when you're working through a large database.
Definitely. Adjust thumbnail size, switch up the gallery layout, and sort entries however makes sense for your workflow — the viewer adapts to how you like to work, not the other way around.
The game reveals hidden pictures from your computer's secret repositories. You search for matching pairs by clicking on the playing field. The more successful you are, the higher your play level, and more hidden images appear randomly for each game.
There are 50 levels, each with a different number of randomly selected images.
Yes. Use the "Play Level" track bar in the Settings to select any level that you have previously completed.
Yes, each game has limits for both time and clicks. However, you can adjust these limits in the "Settings" menu.
Bonuses are awarded for fast and accurate play (calculated separately for clicks and time). You can spend them to reveal a part of the playing field in future games.
The game uses images randomly selected from your computer's hidden repositories. You can also choose any folder with photos as the image source, or even create your own pictures (e.g., favourite characters or family photos).
Yes, but with limitations: 1. In the free version, you can shred and erase files with hidden pictures only at the last (50th) level. 2. In the full version, you can destroy such files at any play level.
In the free version, file shredding is available only at the final level. The full version allows shredding at any level. All other gameplay features are identical.
The full version costs 29.99 USD.
Yes, a free version is available for download.
Just run the self-extractable archive tdbgame.exe.
In the free version, only the first seven images from each Thumbs.db (or thumbcache_*.db, iconcache_*.db) and from the pagefile are displayed, although all images are reconstructed. The full version shows all extracted images without any restriction.
Yes, a free version is available for download.
Simply run the self-extractable exe-archive.
Yes. The software is checked against VirusTotal's full suite of antivirus engines and comes back clean with zero detections, so you can install and run it with confidence.
The full version costs 29.99 USD.
The full version costs 29.99 USD.
The full version costs 99.99 USD.
Simply run the self-extractable exe-archive.
In the free version, only the first seven images from each Thumbs.db (or thumbcache_*.db, iconcache_*.db) and from the pagefile are displayed, although all images are reconstructed. The full version shows all extracted images without any restriction.
Yes, on this page you can ask any questions related to the company's software.
Yes. The Janusware team is available to help with installation questions, troubleshooting, or anything else that comes up — just reach out through the contact form on the website.