astsrv.exe is an executable file that is part of the Nalpeiron License Management software. This software is developed by Nalpeiron and is often used for software licensing and analytics. The astsrv.exe file is a component of this software and is responsible for certain functions within the program.
The Nalpeiron License Management software is used by software developers to manage and control the licensing of their software products. It provides features such as license tracking, usage analytics, and anti-piracy measures. This helps developers to protect their intellectual property and to understand how their software is being used.
The astsrv.exe file is needed for the Nalpeiron License Management software to function correctly. Without it, the software may not be able to perform its licensing and analytics functions. This could potentially lead to unauthorized use of the software or a lack of understanding about how the software is being used.
While astsrv.exe is a legitimate file and is not typically harmful, there may be instances where it could cause problems. For example, if the file becomes corrupted or infected with malware, it could potentially harm your system. If you are not using any software that requires the Nalpeiron License Management software, you may not need astsrv.exe and could choose to remove it to free up system resources. You should always be cautious when removing system files and should only do so if you are sure it is safe and necessary.
Description: Astsrv.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. Astsrv.exe is located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder or sometimes in a subfolder of C:\Windows\System32.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 57,344 bytes (92% of all occurrences), 61,760 bytes, 53,248 bytes, 61,744 bytes or 69,632 bytes.
It runs as background service astcc.
The program is not visible. It is not a Windows system file. The astsrv.exe file is an unknown file in the Windows folder.
Therefore the technical security rating is 50% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
If astsrv.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows, the security rating is 50% dangerous. The file size is 57,344 bytes (91% of all occurrences), 61,760 bytes and 4 more variants.
The program is not visible. The file is not a Windows core file. The astsrv.exe file is an unknown file in the Windows folder.
Important: Some malware disguises itself as astsrv.exe, particularly when not located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the astsrv.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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Software licensing service for Alien Skin Adobe Photoshop plugins, needed for on-line activation Dogmeat (further information)
Activation licensing scheme used in some new plugins such as AlienSkin products Bokeh / Blow Up 2.0+ . Is necessary for these plugins to function correctly. Alex L. (further information)
ASTSRV.EXE installs with a Photoshop plug in named AlienSkin-Bokeh. The service can be enabled/disabled in the XP Controll Pan. Fred H (further information)
The digital signature under its properties says its from Nitro PDF 645
It belongs to the Nalpeiron Licensing Service bcd3m0n
Part of the Nitro PDF Professional 6 installation package. Pmiddy (further information)
It is NOT dangerous at all, it's a licensing component for software Jon Gillespie-Brown (further information)
Needed for Photoshop Plugins Phillip Meister
Part of Nalpeiron Licensing Service - no danger at all chris101010
You need it for Visual Link Spanish to work so do not disable the service or you won't be able to run the program. frank
Installed with MetaStock MJR
Installed as part of Goverlan v6 4cAtS
Mine is for OnOne Plug-ins for Photoshop, and is Nalpeiron Licensing Service, called AST in Windows XP services, and should be enabled for those Plug-ins to work.
Nalpeiron Licensing Service
It is installed with many products for copyright protection purpose, for example Metastock, Nitro PDF Pro etc... If removed or disable, these software will fail to run or request a original installation disk to reinstate the licensing service. Andy
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Summary: Average user rating of astsrv.exe:
based on 16 votes with 15 user comments.
8 users think astsrv.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
2 users think it's probably harmless.
5 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
One user thinks astsrv.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it.
3 users don't grade astsrv.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving astsrv issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with astsrv. 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 astsrv.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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Dogmeat (further information)
Alex L. (further information)
Fred H (further information)
645
bcd3m0n
Pmiddy (further information)
Jon Gillespie-Brown (further information)
Phillip Meister
chris101010
frank
MJR
4cAtS
Andy
Summary: Average user rating of astsrv.exe: based on 16 votes with 15 user comments. 8 users think astsrv.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users think it's probably harmless. 5 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. One user thinks astsrv.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it. 3 users don't grade astsrv.exe ("not sure about it").