Estimated safety rating

explorer.exe is a program which is most likely legit. So, if explorer.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT be a cause for concern. Even if your system is virus-free, we still advise you to purchase a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your PC against threats.

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 program is d2af87b360db77e076881938c91fa276.

Is running as a service

This application does NOT operate as a Windows service. This is usually a good sign.

Accesses the internet

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

Belongs to the operating system

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

Is a 64 bit executable file

This is a x64 executable. It runs using the full capacity of nowadays' CPUs.

File description

The description present in the program is Windows Explorer.

File version

File version stored as a property 10.0.15063.1206 (WinBuild.160101.0800).

Manufacturer

Producer Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Intellectual property rights notice © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Has valid windows

explorer.exe appears to have a visible user interface. This means it doesn't operate in some kind of stealth mode. Its activity is clearly displayed to you.

Digitally signed

explorer.exe has a digital signature. Today most clean programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in explorer.exe is valid. This is very good.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

This application does NOT have an uninstall routine stored in registry.