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What is Un.exe & Should You Uninstall It?

Running a virus scan is efficient in removing the executable

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Updated onSeptember 11, 2024

updated onSeptember 11, 2024

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In this article, we explore the un.exe; it is one of the many programs you may have encountered on your Windows devices. Is it malware, and should you uninstall it? We get to answer all these questions.

Also, you may want to read about some other exe files often found on Windows, so check out ourmpcmdrun.exe explainer.

What is un.exe?

We do not know much about this file, but it is not a fundamental component of Windows and is not required for your computer to function. It is identified in the few cases encountered as follows:

You may check out our other guide if yourWindows defender application is not working.

Should I remove or uninstall un.exe?

The simple answer is yes. You may remove it for any of the following reasons:

How do I remove un.exe?

1. Perform a virus scan

As good as Windows Defender can be, sometimes you need a specialized antivirus to detect hidden cyber threats, eliminate them for good, and prevent them from affecting your device again.

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2. Remove associated programs

3. Manually delete the file

In some cases, a simple delete may suffice. But we recommend also deleting it from the recycle bin or permanently deleting it usingShift+Del.

We, however, still recommend a virus scan after deleting the file.

Where is the un.exe file located?

Usually, the file may be found in the Windows temporary files folder shown below, and this may be your first scan location if you are looking to get rid of it.

C:\Users\user name\AppData\Local\Temp

It has no file description and a file size of about 3,714,048 bytes. The application is invisible, so you may have to enable hidden files to see it.

By getting rid of un.exe you will protect your computer and your personal information. While we discussed using the inbuilt Windows Security tool, you may also try some otherrobust antivirus softwarefor Windows 11.

We also have a guide onZBrain Desktopand how to remove it, so you might want to check it out.

Finally, reach out to us if you have encountered this file, and let us know what you did to get rid of it.

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