Estimated safety rating

searchprotocolhost.exe is a application which is most likely NOT a virus or malware. So, if searchprotocolhost.exe is on your computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is clean, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

The default filename and folder where the application is stored is
C:\Windows\SysWOW64\SearchProtocolHost.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this file is 4f6e66c0c43361b1afe003247816cddf.

Is running as a service

This program does NOT run as a Windows service. This is usually a good sign.

Belongs to the operating system

searchprotocolhost.exe appears to use the functions of Windows SFC (System File Checker) or Windows File Protection.

Is a 32 bit executable file

This app runs as a 32-bit program. It does not use the full power of modern computer CPUs. This is quite normal because the makers did not upgrade it to 64-bit code.

File description

The description written in the exe is Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host.

File version

File version 7.0.15063.447 (WinBuild.160101.0800).

Manufacturer

Company name Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Legal copyright © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Digitally signed

searchprotocolhost.exe has a digital signature. Today most clean software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to searchprotocolhost.exe verifies as ok. This is most likely a clean, ok program.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

It has an uninstall routine, which is a good sign. si are uninstall.