Profile Relocator

Profile Relocator is a small-sized and portable piece of software that enables you to change the location of the Users profile directory in Windows, as the name implies. It does not come packed with complex options or configuration settings, making it accessible to all types of users.

No installation required

Since there is no setup pack involved, you can save the program files to any part of the hard disk and immediately launch the executable file. Another possibility is to save Profile Relocator to a USB flash disk or similar storage unit, in order to run it on any PC easily and without any other installers.
Worth mentioning is that, unlike most installers, Profile Relocator does not modify Windows registry settings (apart from the ones necessary when relocating the Users profile), nor create additional files on the disk, thus leaving no traces behind after its removal.

Wizard-based interface with explained options

The GUI is represented by a wizard-like structure, where you have to follow a few simple steps to carry out the task in no time. Fortunately, Profile Relocator explains every stage. You should keep in mind that administrative rights are required to use the program.
So, all you have to do is specify a new folder for the Users profile directory, as long as it exists (it is not possible to create new folders using the app's own options). The tool proceeds to copying the default and public data, after which is verifies the registry entries to ensure everything is in working order.
Although the app does not integrate an option for moving the Users profile directory to the default location, this task can be achieved by simply pointing out the old folder when running Profile Relocator.

Evaluation and conclusion

As expected, the software utility runs on low CPU and RAM, so it does not hamper system performance. It carries out the task immediately and without errors. It did not trigger Windows to hang or crash during our tests. All in all, Profile Relocator gets the job done and can be used even by those less experienced with computer software.