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What is Miner.exe & Should You Uninstall it?
Uninstall the corresponding app will remove the miner.exe
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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There are several controversies about whether the miner.exe process on the computer is safe and what it does. Hence, this article will take you through the details about the executable and what it does. Also, we’ll discuss how to remove it if it’s malicious.
Likewise, check our guide aboutexe files deleting themselves on Windows 11and some steps for fixing it.
What is miner.exe?
Miner.exe is the executable file for mining programs designed to run on a computer or network of computers to perform the mining process.
The following are the activities the miner.exe executable performs on the computer:
Should I uninstall miner.exe?
In most cases, yes. These are some of the reasons why you should remove it:
You should only keep this file if you’ve configured it to mine cryptocurrency on your PC. In all other cases, it should be removed as soon as possible.
How can I uninstall or remove miner.exe?
1. End task and delete the process
These steps will stop the miner.exe process on your computer and prevent it from establishing any more threats or running any unwanted programs.
Check our article on what to do if theTask Manager is slow to open or respondon your PC.
2. Uninstall the corresponding app
Removing the corresponding program using the executable on your computer will prevent the file from re-appearing on your PC.
Lastly, you can read our detailed guide on whyexe files are not openingand how to fix it on Windows 11.
Also, we have a detailed article on what to do ifantivirus software is blocking .exe fileson the PC.
Feel free to leave your questions or suggestions in the comments section regarding this guide. We’d love to hear from you.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
