File Integrity Monitoring Tool
Folder Monitor and File Integrity Monitoring Tool
FolderManifest is a local folder monitor for teams that need proof, not a green checkmark. Baseline any folder with SHA-256 checksums, re-scan on schedule, and export a shareable HTML report of every change on Windows, macOS, or Linux.
Free for 7 days · No credit card · Runs locally
Checksum-level change detection
SHA-256 hashes catch byte-level edits that filenames, sizes, and dates miss entirely.
Baselines you can re-scan over time
Capture a trusted baseline once, then verify the same folder after every patch, migration, or incident.
Evidence auditors can read
Export an interactive HTML report that compliance, audit, and security teams can open without installing anything.
Verify Folder Integrity With Checksums
Read the hands-on guide to building a SHA-256 baseline for any folder and re-verifying it on schedule. A practical walkthrough for FIM without an enterprise SIEM.
Read the Integrity GuideFrequently Asked Questions
What is a file integrity monitoring tool?
A file integrity monitoring (FIM) tool records a cryptographic baseline of files in a folder and flags any change the next time you scan. FolderManifest is a FIM tool that uses SHA-256 checksums to detect added, modified, and deleted files locally on Windows and Linux.
How does FolderManifest work as a FIM tool?
On the first run, FolderManifest writes a SHA-256 manifest for every file in the target folder. On every later run, it recomputes the hashes, compares them to the baseline, and reports exactly which files changed. The result is a diff plus an interactive HTML report you can hand to an auditor.
Is file integrity monitoring required for compliance?
Yes for several frameworks. PCI DSS 10.5, SOC 2 CC7, and ISO 27001 A.12 all call for file integrity monitoring on critical systems. FolderManifest produces the checksum evidence those controls expect without the overhead of an enterprise SIEM deployment.
Why does a FIM tool need SHA-256?
Filename, size, and modified date can all be spoofed or unchanged after a silent edit. SHA-256 is a one-way hash of the file contents, so any byte-level change produces a completely different hash. That is what lets FolderManifest prove a file is byte-for-byte identical to the trusted baseline.
Can a file integrity monitoring tool run offline?
Yes. FolderManifest runs locally on your Windows, macOS, or Linux machine, so private, client-owned, or regulated folders never leave your computer. The desktop app and the CLI both work without an internet connection after install, and the CLI can be scheduled by cron, launchd, or Task Scheduler.
What users say
A clearer folder story, from people who use it.
“FolderManifest makes it easy to organize folder structures and manage duplicate files while keeping everything safe and secure.”
Mehedy H.Research and operations“I can understand a project folder at a glance, review what changed, and keep the cleanup process clear for everyone involved.”
Tasmina Akter C.Project coordination“FolderManifest clearly displays project structures and contents, making it easy to understand where everything is at a glance and maintain consistency across teams.”
Zahirul I.Business partnerBusiness-partner reviewStop assuming your files are safe. Start monitoring them.
Download FolderManifest and turn your next folder scan into integrity evidence you can share.
Baseline My Folder Free for 7 DaysFree for 7 days · No credit card · Runs locally