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TreeCopy

TreeCopy v1.11 - Copy Directory Structures Without Files

Replicate entire folder hierarchies without transferring any files, with full command-line support

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Duplicate Folder Structures in Seconds

Need to duplicate a directory structure without copying the files? TreeCopy makes it quick and effortless. Whether you are setting up a backup framework, creating test environments, or organizing empty folder structures for a new project, TreeCopy copies only the directories -- no files included.

Simply select a source directory and a destination, and TreeCopy replicates the entire folder hierarchy. It also includes full command-line support for scripted and automated workflows, making it a valuable tool for developers and IT administrators alike.

Who Is This For?

  • Developers -- Quickly recreate directory structures for test environments, template projects, or migration preparation.
  • IT administrators -- Set up folder hierarchies on new servers or workstations before transferring data.
  • File organization enthusiasts -- Maintain clean, structured directories across multiple drives or projects.
  • Script developers -- Automate directory structure cloning with TreeCopy's command-line interface for batch processing.

Key Features

Structure-Only Copy Replicate entire folder hierarchies without transferring any files. Only the directory structure is copied.
Command-Line Support Automate directory structure cloning with simple CLI arguments for scripted workflows and batch processing.
Fast and Lightweight Optimized for speed with minimal system resource usage. Copies structures in seconds, not minutes.
Resizable Interface Adjust the main window to your preferred size for easy navigation of large directory trees.
Subdirectory Count Calculate and display the total number of subdirectories before copying, with formatted number display.
Error Logging Any issues encountered during execution are automatically logged to an errors.log file for review.

Fully Portable -- Zero Installation

No Installation Required
No Installation Required Runs directly from an .exe file. No setup wizard, no "Next, Next, Finish."
Runs From USB
Runs From USB Copy to a flash drive and use on any PC. IT techs carry these on a keychain for on-site support.
Leaves No Trace
Leaves No Trace No files left behind after use. Delete the folder and it is gone completely.
No Registry Changes
No Registry Changes Does not modify the Windows registry, system settings, or install drivers.
Self-Contained
Self-Contained Everything the program needs lives in its own folder. No scattered DLLs or AppData clutter.
No Admin Rights Needed
No Admin Rights Needed Runs under standard user accounts. No UAC prompts, no IT ticket required.
Lightweight
Lightweight Tiny footprint, typically under 1 MB. No frameworks, runtimes, or bloated dependencies.
Instant Startup
Instant Startup Launches in under a second. No splash screens, no loading bars, no waiting.

Command Line Usage

treecopy.exe {source directory} {destination directory}

  • Source directory -- The directory structure you want to copy.
  • Destination directory -- Where the empty folder structure will be created. If omitted, the application directory is used.

Example:

treecopy.exe D:\InetPub\wwwroot\ F:\backups\wwwroot\

Any errors during command-line processing are written to an errors.log file in the application directory.

Good to Know

Directories containing invalid Windows characters (/ \ : * ? " < > |) will not be copied. Additionally, very deep directory structures may reach the maximum Windows path length limit.

Windows Desktop Support

Windows 11 Win 11
Windows 10 Win 10
Windows 8 Win 8
Windows 7 Win 7
Windows Vista Vista
Windows XP XP
Windows ME ME
Windows 98 98
Windows 95 95

Windows Server Support

Windows Server 2022 Server 2022
Windows Server 2019 Server 2019
Windows Server 2012 Server 2012
Windows Server 2011 Server 2011
Windows Server 2008 R2 Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2003 Server 2003
Windows Server 2000 Server 2000
Windows Server NT NT Server

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Version History

v1.11 May 13, 2004

Updated the main screen to be resizable.
Redesigned the user interface to be more up to date.
Added commas to the subdirectories count throughout the application.
Updated the F1 About box to include a brief description of the utility.
Changed the application to use less system resources.
Removed the options for which drive types to select.
Removed the Style option that allowed you to change the look and feel.
Corrected a defect if the FROM directory included the TO directory.
Corrected a defect when calculating subdirectories while performing other UI actions.

v1.10 May 28, 2002

Added a command line interface.
Added "show drives" option.
Re-wrote the 32-bit Windows directory display.
Removed option for printing the directory tree.

v1.00 June 16, 1999

Initial version.

What Users Are Saying

★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5 Based on 3,176 ratings
25,000+ downloads
★★★★★

"Perfect for replicating project folder structures. I use it every time I start a new project."

-- Ray P., Developer
★★★★★

"Saved hours when we migrated to a new file server. Copied the entire folder tree in seconds."

-- Michelle A., Sysadmin

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TreeCopy v1.11
Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, NT, ME, 98, 95 · 295 KB
285 KB SHA256: 1810b7be1451...aaec Freeware Updated: May 13, 2004

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Uninstall

To uninstall, simply delete the program folder. No registry entries or system files are left behind.

How to Update

Download the latest version and extract over your existing folder, or to a new location. Settings are preserved.

Privacy: This software does not collect, transmit, or store any personal data. No internet connection required.

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