Process or task name:
Always double check your task spelling if you are concerned about spyware or viruses, as often they use similar spelling for these Windows processes and tasks: ctfmon.exe
File type:
Exe program – Files with an extension of “exe” are executable programs.
Purpose of this file:
ctfmon.exe is a program which was most likely never installed by you but may have appeared on your computer without you even knowing it. The actual folder location for this ctfmon.exe program is shown to you below. It is always recommended to check the folder location as spyware and virus writers often try to use similar names and just place the executable files elsewhere hoping to fool you. This file goes by the name ctf loader, and its part of the Microsoft Windows system used for compatibility reasons depending upon whether you are running 32 bit or 64 bit software. It will appear in your tasklist at times and that’s normal. This ctfmon.exe Windows task is considered safe and is not virus, malware, or spyware related. Visit ctfmon.exe for complete information on this task or process. If you would like help on other tasks or processes, you can view the entire process and task directory here.
What is the ctfmon.exe location, where is it stored on my computer?
This ctfmon.exe task will be found on your Windows computer at C:\Windows\System32\ctfmon.exe
Is ctfmon.exe spyware?
No, this Windows task is not spyware.
Is this software task considered adware or malware?
No, this Windows task is not popup or adware related software.
Is ctfmon.exe considered a virus or trojan?
No, this Windows task is not a virus or trojan program.
Would you recommend that I remove ctfmon.exe?
No, we would not remove this file.