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Security & Trust
You're giving an optimizer Administrator access to your machine. You should know exactly what it does and doesn't do — and have proof. This page is that proof.
Public, auditable facts about the current SageTweaks installer.
The public VirusTotal report currently shows 70 / 70 engines clean, with no engine flagging the file. The full report is viewable, and the published SHA-256 lets you confirm your download is the same binary that was scanned.
Backup snapshots, audit logs, restore support, and supported-tweak rollback for optimization flows.
Local hardware detection and analysis; network requests are limited to licensing and update checks.
The installer is code-signed. The app requests Administrator only for the registry and service operations that require elevation, and never to load drivers, install kernel modules, or modify system files outside Windows-documented configuration paths. The published SHA-256 + VirusTotal scan let you verify any download before running it.
High-level list of Windows areas the optimizer modifies. Optimization sessions are logged with rollback support for supported tweaks.
| Area | What we change |
|---|---|
| Windows Power Plans | Switches scheme, modifies USB selective suspend, disables CPU parking on demand. Reverts cleanly. |
| Network Stack (Tcpip\Parameters) | Adjusts Nagle's algorithm, TCP ACK frequency, MTU. Per-interface, reversible. |
| Process Priority (Image File Execution Options) | Sets HIGH priority for game executables you opt into. Removable per-game. |
| Kernel Timer Resolution | Adjusts global timer resolution to 0.5ms during gaming sessions. |
| Windows Services Startup Type | SysMain, Print Spooler, Windows Search — only when you confirm. Original startup type recorded. |
| Startup Programs | Audit and disable, never delete. Re-enable with one click. |
Want every individual tweak listed? See the full transparency page →
The public VirusTotal report currently shows 70 / 70 engines clean, with no engine flagging the file. The installer is code-signed, and the SHA-256 and full report are published so you can verify the file independently before running it.
SageTweaks is designed to stay at the Windows OS level: registry values, services, power plans, and network parameters. It does not read or write game files, attach to game processes, hook anti-cheat systems, or interact with gameplay memory. Anti-cheat policies can change, so review the relevant game rules before applying any optimizer or manual tweak.
The desktop tweaks engine does not send product analytics by default. Licensing, update checks, and optional AI/backend features may contact SageTweaks services with the context needed for those features. Marketing analytics on the website are listed in our privacy policy and can be opted out of via cookie consent.
SageTweaks uses backup snapshots, audit logs, restore support, and supported-tweak rollback for optimization flows.. Supported tweaks can be rolled back from inside the app, and audit records show what changed.
Yes. The current installer ships with a code-signing certificate, so Windows can confirm the publisher and that the file has not been altered since signing. Signing is separate from SmartScreen reputation, which accrues with download volume — a "Windows protected your PC" warning can still appear on a fresh release, in which case click "More info → Run anyway". The SHA-256, VirusTotal scan, and complete change list above let you verify the file independently either way.
We take responsible disclosure seriously. Email support@sagetweaks.com with details. We respond within 48 hours and credit researchers in our changelog.
VirusTotal report published, auditable, and built by gamers who care about both performance and trust.