Estimated safety rating

explorer.exe is a program which is probably NOT a virus or malware. So, if explorer.exe is on your computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT be a cause for concern. Even if your PC is clean, it is still recommended to use a well-known antivirus with a good detection rate, in order to defend your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

This application is normally stored on disk in C:\Windows\explorer.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is f2d58a2e27c2cd486f8f0a123a3f34c3.

Is running as a service

This program does NOT operate as a Windows service. This is normally a good sign.

Accesses the internet

This application uses the net to communicate. Today this is quite normal. For example, most of the apps on your computer check for new updates. In order to do this, Internet communications are required.

Belongs to the operating system

explorer.exe seems to have something to do with Windows SFC (System File Checker) or Windows File Protection.

Is a 64 bit executable file

64-bit code has been detected. This exe can exploit the full power of a modern PC processor.

File description

The description present in the file is Windows Explorer.

File version

File version 10.0.14393.953 (rs1_release_inmarket.170303-1614).

Manufacturer

Producer Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Legal copyright notice © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Has valid windows

explorer.exe appears to have a visible user interface. This means it doesn't run in a kind of invisible mode. Its operation is clearly displayed to you.

Digitally signed

explorer.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays the large majority of legit software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to explorer.exe verifies as ok. This is excellent.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

This program does NOT have an uninstall routine set up in registry.