Estimated safety rating

spoolsv.exe is a application which is most likely NOT a virus. So, if spoolsv.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is virus-free, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to defend yourself against threats.

Executable file path

Usually, the default filename and directory where this application is stored is
C:\WINDOWS\System32\spoolsv.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this program is 2fb3d1a674c3a2a389ebcafc26213ddc.

Is running as a service

This application is registered as a Windows service. This means it runs on your PC in background, usually without displaying any user interface to you. Most Windows services are ok programs, which provide useful functions to other applications or to the Windows Operating System.

Belongs to the operating system

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

Is a 64 bit executable file

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

Digitally signed

spoolsv.exe is digitally signed. Nowadays the large majority of serious programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in spoolsv.exe checks out perfectly. 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 application does NOT have an uninstall command stored in registry.