Wise Care 365 Cleanup Exclusions Checklist for Windows 11

Before you begin

Write down the current Windows build and preserve files you cannot replace. Use the built-in tools first when they solve the problem. Any registry or account operation requires an appropriate backup and a clear recovery plan.

Step-by-step approach

1. List folders with important documents, browser profiles and game saves.
2. Check OneDrive or other sync status; sync is not a substitute for a versioned backup.
3. Inspect each scan category and select exclusions where the tool supports them.
4. Run one category and verify applications, sessions and file availability afterwards.

How to verify the outcome

Compare actual available disk space and application behavior. Check startup, browsers, work files and Windows Update after changes; revert if anything unexpected happens.

Limitations and safety

Cleanup cannot repair failing storage hardware or guarantee increased FPS. Secure deletion and registry modifications may be irreversible, particularly on SSDs. Do not treat a scan score as a benchmark.

Further reading

More Wise Care 365 guides · SSD cleanup guide · Backup checklist · Testing methodology

Primary reference: Microsoft Windows support.