RunAsDate

1.41 Time-limited software workaround for Windows

Felix Cheng

Tool to run software with specific dates and times to test time-sensitive software.

Freeware date changing software download, reviewed by Felix Cheng
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Run applications as if it were on a specific date, either in the past or in the future.

RunAsDate is a freeware utility by NirSoft which allows you to run programs (including installations) as if they were being executed on a specific date.

RunAsDate is a small, yet useful utility for a variety of different reasons. All it does is change the system date virtually for whatever is being run.

It does not actually change the system date, just tricks applications into believing it was another time and date.

In terms of user-friendliness, it's absolutely easy-to-use and running the program uses virtually zero in terms of system resources.

The program can be run as multiple instances, though for those looking to get around trial versions, RunAsDate will normally not help. I repeat: running this program to get around trial software usually isn't possible.

Features of RunAsDate

  • Access Control: Create user accounts to control access to RunAsDate.
  • Batch Processing: Automate a batch of programs with one command.
  • Command Line: Execute RunAsDate with command line arguments.
  • Logging: Track and log system time changes.
  • Multi-Platform Support: Compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows.
  • Multiple Instances: Allow for multiple instances of the same program to run simultaneously.
  • Portable: No installation required.
  • Scheduler: Define specific date and time to run a program.
  • Stealth Mode: Hide the application from the user.
  • System Date Override: Override system date and time settings.
  • System Integration: Integrate it into the Windows startup process.
  • System Tray Icon: Quickly access RunAsDate from the system tray.
  • Time Adjustment: Set the system time to a specific date and time.
  • Time Freeze: Temporarily suspend all system date and time changes.

Compatibility and License

RunAsDate is provided under a freeware license on Windows from PC utilities with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 1.41 is the latest version last time we checked.

What version of Windows can RunAsDate run on?

RunAsDate can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.


Filed under:
  1. RunAsDate Download
  2. Free Computer Utilities
  3. Portable Software
  4. Date Changing Software
  5. 64-bit downloads
RunAsDate has been picked by our editors as very good.
We have tested RunAsDate 1.41 against malware with several different programs. Please review the test results. We have not certified this program as clean. [Read more]