USB Safely Remove is a Windows utility that enhances safe hardware removal with a clearer device menu, hotkeys, automation, and safeguards that go far beyond the native Windows tray tool. It supports Windows 11/10/8.1/7, is a small download, and offers a full‑feature 30‑day trial to evaluate all capabilities.
Key features and benefits
Clear device menu with real names and icons to avoid ejecting the wrong drive, plus options to rename, change icons, hide devices, scan for changes, stop all, and disable devices.
See which apps block safe removal and close them from within the tool; optionally force‑stop when appropriate to prevent data loss.
Global hotkey (Win+S by default) to open the menu, browse, and eject in a few keystrokes; assign dedicated hotkeys per device.
Return Device Back to re‑mount a stopped device without re‑plugging when you forgot a file.
Power off drives on stopping to cut port power, eliminating LEDs spinning and reducing stress before unplugging.
Broad device support, including USB, SATA, FireWire, and PCMCIA, with an option to display all storage devices.
Robust drive‑letter management: fix letters to specific devices, forbid letters, and hide empty card‑reader slots.
Automation via autorun rules on connect, before stop, and after stop—for backups, AV scans, or unmounting encrypted volumes.
Command‑line tool (usr.exe) to script stops, returns, and scheduled workflows for power users and IT.
