Getting Started
System requirements, installation, and first run / trial activation for Brutal Copy 2.
System Requirements
Brutal Copy 2 runs on Windows 10 (version 22H2) or later, including Windows 11. It is fully self-contained — compiled with .NET Native AOT — so there is no .NET runtime to install. Just run the installer.
Hardware requirements are minimal: any modern x64 processor, 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended for large parallel transfers), and around 100 MB of disk space for the application.
Installation
Run BrutalCopy2-Setup-v<version>.exe and follow the on-screen steps. The default installation directory is C:\Program Files\Limintel\Brutal Copy 2. The installer creates Start Menu and desktop shortcuts, optionally registers the Windows Explorer right-click integration, and (on by default) adds a Windows Defender exclusion so copies run at full speed.
For unattended / enterprise deployment, run the installer elevated with /S (or --silent) for a silent install, and /D=PATH to set the install directory. Use /NoShell, /NoDesktop, /NoStartMenu, or /NoDefender to skip individual steps.
First Run & Trial
On first launch, Brutal Copy 2 starts a 30-day free trial with all features unlocked. The trial is server-enforced and cannot be reset by reinstalling or deleting local files.
When the trial expires, a one-time 30-day extension is available in exchange for brief feedback. After that, purchase a license at /brutalcopy/pricing to continue using the application.
Still stuck? Ask the support assistant or contact us.