myOrganizer-CURATOR

What myOrganizer-CURATOR is

myOrganizer-CURATOR checks emulation collections against DAT-based preservation data, then helps organize the verified files into a LaunchBox-ready library. It matches files you provide with preservation metadata and identifies unknown, incomplete, or unsupported content for separate handling. The software can detect duplicates, rename files, verify hashes, and work with advanced archive formats. It also records collection actions so you can review and reconcile what happened. Version 2 uses persistent, indexed SQLite workflows for authority data, execution, recovery, and auditing. CURATOR is free, open-source software under GNU GPL v3.0 or later; the repository lists v2.0.0-beta.6 as the current public release. It is for Windows. The maker advises working from copies of original data and checking generated output before replacing an existing collection. MAME support is limited and preliminary, and some otherwise valid Alcohol MDF/MDS images may be routed for review if the bundled decoder cannot handle them.

Who it suits

It suits Windows users who want to verify and organize emulation collections for a LaunchBox-ready library. Users who rely on MAME management or certain Alcohol MDF/MDS images should note the stated limitations.

Limits

The maker describes MAME support as limited and preliminary. Some otherwise valid Alcohol MDF/MDS images may be incompatible with the bundled decoder and sent for review.

Getting started

1. Visit https://myorganizerhq.com/
2. Use the Windows version
3. Work from copies of your original collection
4. Review generated output before replacing an existing collection

Verdict

CURATOR combines preservation-metadata checks with organization and audit records for Windows emulation collections. Its stated MAME and optical-media limitations, along with the advice to use copies and review output, are important considerations before replacing an existing collection.