Utorrentie.exe: What is It & Should I Keep It?

If you see Utorrentie.exe in the Task Manager and wonder where it came from or whether you should delete it from your computer, this guide can help!

What is Utorrentie.exe?

Utorrentie.exe is a process for a file named Web Helper, which is associated with the uTorrent program and used to display ads on it.

Is Utorrentie.exe safe?

Yes, Utorrentie.exe is usually safe, and if it is located in the official installation directory, which is C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\utorrent\updates\3.6.0_47196. However, if the file is located somewhere else in your computer, it could be malware or virus disguised as a legit process.

Should I remove Utorrentie.exe?

 ✅Should keep it if:

• You use utorrent
• It is located in C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\utorrent\updates\3.6.0_47196
• The file does not use excessive CPU, RAM, or disk resources

❌ Should remove it if:

• You don’t use utorrent
• The process is flagged as malicious by your antivirus
• It is not in the usual location

How can I check if Utorrentie.exe is a virus?

1. Check the file location

1. Press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys together to launch Task Manager.
2. Navigate to the Processes tab and search for Utorrentie.exe.
3. Once located, right-click it and choose the Open file location from the context menu.
4. The associated folder will open in Windows File Explorer and check if it is in the correct location.

2. Run a full system scan via an antivirus scan

1. Press the Windows key, type security in the search box, and select Windows Security, then choose Open from the list of options.
2. Choose Virus & threat protection from the left pane.
3. Select Scan options from the following screen.
4. Under Scan options, select Full scan, and click the Scan now button.

Once the scan is complete, review the results to check for any threats. If a virus or malware is found, you can either quarantine or remove it. Next, check for Windows Updates and install them if available.

If you have a reliable third-party antivirus tool, you can run a full scan to ensure there are no potential threats.

How can I disable or remove Utorrentie.exe?

1. End the process and delete the file

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to launch the Task Manager.
2. Click Processes and look for Utorrentie.exe.
3. Once located, select the file, and click End task.

2. Use Autoruns (If you don’t have utorrent)

1. Click the Microsoft Autoruns link to download the Autoruns on your computer.
2. Locate the downloaded Autoruns.exe and double-click it.
3. Click Yes on the UAC prompt.
4. Choose Extract all, then follow the on-screen prompts until a new folder containing unzipped files is open.
5. Rght-click the autorun.exe file and select Run as administrator.
6. Click Agree to accept the terms and agreements.
7. Once AutoRuns is launched , type utorrentie.exe in the Quick Filter box.
8. All the entries related to the processes will be listed in a few minutes, then select them and click the Delete icon.

3. Uninstall the utorrent

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type appwiz.cpl and click OK to launch the Programs and Features window.
3. Locate utorrent, then select it, then click Uninstall.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

Once uninstalled, check the AppData folder in the system drive to ensure the software is completely gone from your computer. If you see any related files, select them and click the Delete icon

In conclusion, Utorrentie.exe is typically a safe file that comes with Utorrent. However, uninstall the software and delete the file if you don’t remember installing the app or don’t use it. You can also run an antivirus scan to ensure there are no potential threats.

If you have any questions about Utorrentie.exe, feel free to mention them in the comments below. We will be happy to answer.