ABService.exe is an executable file that is part of the AOMEI Backupper software developed by AOMEI Tech. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI Backupper directory. The ".exe" extension on a filename indicates an executable file which, in some cases, could harm your computer.
AOMEI Backupper is a backup software designed for both Windows PC and Server users to backup and restore system and files. It makes file backup, system backup, partition backup, and disk backup easier with its user-friendly interface and high technologies. The ABService.exe is a component of this software that manages scheduled tasks.
ABService.exe is necessary if you are using AOMEI Backupper and have scheduled backup tasks. It ensures that your backup tasks run at the scheduled times, even if the main application is closed. Like any executable file, it has the potential to harm your computer. If you notice that ABService.exe is causing problems on your computer (like high CPU usage), or if your antivirus software flags it as a threat, it may be a sign that your computer is infected with a virus or malware disguised as the ABService.exe file. In such cases, you should remove or quarantine the file. Always make sure that your antivirus software is up-to-date and regularly scan your system for potential threats.
Description: ABService.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. The ABService.exe file is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" or sometimes in a subfolder of the user's profile folder (common is C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI Backupper\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI\AOMEI Backupper\6.5.1\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 29,912 bytes (28% of all occurrences), 56,256 bytes and 35 more variants.
It is a background process, and the service name is Backupper: AOMEI Backupper schedule task service.
The program is not visible. The ABService.exe file is not a Windows system file. The program listens for or sends data on open ports to a LAN or the Internet. It is digitally signed. ABService.exe is a Verisign signed file.
ABService.exe is able to monitor applications.
Therefore the technical security rating is 48% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You can uninstall the program AOMEI Backupper or AOMEI International Network Limited, or ask the software vendor [1][2] for support. Click on AOMEI Backupper or AOMEI International Network Limited in Windows Control Panel (Software or Programs section) to uninstall it.
If ABService.exe is located in a subfolder of Windows folder for temporary files, the security rating is 84% dangerous. The file size is 17,408 bytes.
The application has no file description. The program has no visible window. The ABService.exe file is not a Windows system file.
ABService.exe is able to monitor applications.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as ABService.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the ABService.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.
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User Comments
Scheduler for AOMEI Backupper software which is an excellent program. Chris Bindernagel (further information)
MBAM + Bitdefender dont react to it,so I think its safe Billy
Scheduler for AOMEI Backupper software which is an excellent program Kevin Blake
It is a TSR program that seemingly can't be stopped with Task Manager. I tried and it immediately restarts. Jack
The service does seem to open network ports. There's no documentation explaining what this is for. Looking at the firewall rules created, they allow all tcp and udp packets to ABService.exe. I blocked everything and nothing seems to have gone wrong. Hopefully their support responds as it's a good backup solution. Adrian
I found this service runs even if you do not enable scheduled backups within the program itself. I disabled the service under the Windows services and do not appear to have had any issues. I just wonder why it would run when there is no schedule enabled within the program..
Update: Some more findings from my last post. This service appears to be triggered by the main app and remain residents even if you close the app; it can't be shut down in task manager - you have to stop it under Services. If you set the service to disabled it will also start again and be set to automatic when Windows boots, which I find quote odd. However if you set the service to manual it won't start and will only run if the app itself is run and again, the service will remain resident when you close the app and has to be stopped under services as killing it in task manager won't work, but on reboot the service will not run unless you run the main app. I do not know exactly what this service does or what impact the manual setting has one the app's backup schedule (which I don't want or need). I don't like the way this service is re-enabled itself without one's knowledge or consent, in turn consuming memory and resources and causing concern regarding what it is actually doing hence I have elevated this as seems to be dangerous for the time being. Maybe it's some kind of scheduled updating service? I tested with the same results under Win 7 x86 and Win 11 x64. Hope my info helps. Brin
Summary: Average user rating of ABService.exe:
based on 7 votes with 7 user comments.
4 users think ABService.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.
One user suspects danger.
2 users don't grade ABService.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving ABService issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with ABService. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the ABService.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
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User Comments
Chris Bindernagel (further information)
Billy
Kevin Blake
Jack
Adrian
Brin
Summary: Average user rating of ABService.exe: based on 7 votes with 7 user comments. 4 users think ABService.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's probably harmless. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous. One user suspects danger. 2 users don't grade ABService.exe ("not sure about it").