Hosts File Editor

Hosts File Editor is an easy-to-use software application that has a self-explanatory name: it gives you the possibility of editing the Hosts file. Due to the risk of causing network issues, the app should be handled only by users with experience.

Rapid installation and simple looks

Setting up the program is a fast and easy task, thanks to familiar options. Its interface is represented by a normal window with a plain look, which immediately loads the Hosts contents at startup.

Seamlessly modify the Hosts file

Editing it is just as simple as editing any text file in Notepad. Once all changes are done, you can save the settings with the click of a button and immediately apply them.
Before doing so, it is recommended to create a backup of the original file to restore it at a later time if any connectivity issues should occur, or if you forget the original file. Additionally, Hosts File Editor implements a button for opening the Hosts file location without leaving the interface.

Evaluation and conclusion

No error dialogs were shown in our evaluation, and the app did not hang or crash. It has minimal impact on PC performance, since it runs on low CPU and RAM. In conclusion, Hosts File Editor offers a simple solution to modifying the Hosts file.