Can Not Delete File or Folder (Access Denied) Because File(s) Are in Use or "Locked" Error

Issue

You try to delete a file or folder and you get one of the errors below:

Access denied / File in use / Cannot delete file or folder

Cause

Windows or another program is using the file.

Resolution

Use can use a program by the name of Unlocker. You can download it for free from the link below:

http://emptyloop.com/unlocker/ Please note that you must be a dedicated server customer to be able to install programs on a server.

Article ID: 583, Created: April 10, 2012 at 9:49 AM, Modified: September 29, 2014 at 12:56 AM

Can Not Delete File or Folder (Access Denied) Because File(s) Are in Use or Locked

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