hijackthis.exe

Important: If your PC is producing hijackthis.exe errors, you should check your Windows operating system immediately!

The file hijackthis.exe is part of the program HijackThis from the manufacturer unknown. Its task: hijackthis.exe checks Windows and Microsoft Internet Explorer for installed spyware and advertising software.
hijackthis.exe is normally found in the directory unknown. If the file is located in another folder, you may have selected this path when installing the software. Under certain circumstances, this can also be an indication of a virus.

How to fix hijackthis.exe errors

If Windows notifies you of hijackthis.exe errors, the cause may be the result of damaged or corrupted registry entries.
In most cases, it helps to check the Windows registry for hijackthis.exe errors!

If this does not fix hijackthis.exe errors, we recommend uninstalling the program using the Control Panel and then running a scan of the Windows registry again.

hijackthis.exe slows down my PC!

Programs and files can have a strong impact on the performance of a Windows operating system. In some cases, this also includes hijackthis.exe.
In case of doubt, you should uninstall the program in question.
If hijackthis.exe is in the Windows startup folder, it can slow down a PC. We recommend that you turn off the automatic startup of this program.
Our advise: AVG TuneUp disables unnecessary startup programs and Windows applications thereby minimizing the load on your computer. The software also fixes hijackthis.exe errors!

Is hijackthis.exe harmful to my computer?

hijackthis.exe is considered to be trustworthy. If the file is not located in the standard path, this may indicate the presence of a virus. Scan your PC with an up-to-date virus scanner. We recommend using the free antivirus software AVG Anti-Virus Free.

All information about hijackthis.exe:

The following information about hijackthis.exe is available.
Product name: HijackThis
Process name: unknown
manufacturer: unknown
Website manufacturer: unknown
Standard path: unknown
Category: Part of HijackThis.
Assessment: trustworthy