# Ashampoo > Ashampoo is a German software company and curated software marketplace. Since 1999, Ashampoo has developed and distributed Windows software for system optimization, backup, multimedia, office productivity, security, and other digital tasks. The catalog also includes selected software from international partners. Products and installers are reviewed by Ashampoo's internal quality assurance before sale. Ashampoo software is available in more than 160 countries. The company provides product information, trial versions, downloads, licensing options, customer support, and editorial guides on its website. ## Main website - [Ashampoo homepage](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/): Main entry point for Ashampoo software, offers, and services. - [About Ashampoo](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/whois): Company profile, history, reach, quality standards, and key facts. - [All downloads](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/free-downloads): Overview of available Ashampoo products, trial versions, and free software. - [Software deals](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/shop): Current software offers from Ashampoo and selected partners. ## Product categories - [Multimedia software](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/multimedia): Software for photos, videos, audio, screen capture, and creative workflows. - [System software](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/system): Software for Windows optimization, maintenance, administration, and utilities. - [Productivity software](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/produktivitat): Software for PDF editing, office work, file management, and everyday productivity. - [Security software](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/sicherheit): Software for backup, privacy, data protection, and system security. ## Support and services - [Ashampoo Help Desk](https://support.ashampoo.com/): Product support, help articles, and customer assistance. - [Contact Ashampoo](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/contact): Contact options for product, shop, and general inquiries. - [Volume licenses](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/volume-licenses): Licensing and support options for companies, public institutions, and educational organizations. - [Marketplace partners](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/marketplace-partner): Information for software vendors and marketplace partners. ## Editorial and company content - [Tips and tricks](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/tips): Guides, background articles, and practical software knowledge. - [Ashampoo Labs](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/labs): Information about experimental products and internal product development. - [Sustainability](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/sustainability): Information about Ashampoo's sustainability activities. - [Media Center](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/media): Press materials, company assets, and media information. ## Important notes - Product pages contain the authoritative descriptions, system requirements, supported languages, licensing terms, and current version information. - Prices, discounts, product availability, and version numbers may change. Use the current product or shop page as the source of truth. - Ashampoo offers both proprietary Ashampoo products and selected third-party software. The respective product page identifies the publisher or partner. - Customer support information should be taken from the Help Desk or the relevant contact page. ## Optional - [Privacy policy](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/privacy): Information about data protection and privacy. - [Legal notice](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/about): Legal company information. - [Terms and conditions](https://www.ashampoo.com/de-de/terms): General terms and conditions.