CIDGlobalLight.exe is an executable file that is part of the software package associated with the XFINITY Toolbar, which is developed by CallingID. This file is typically located in the directory C:\Program Files (x86)\xfin_portal.
The XFINITY Toolbar, which includes the CIDGlobalLight.exe file, is a browser add-on that provides quick access to various XFINITY services. It can also provide enhanced search capabilities, email notifications, and other features to improve the user's browsing experience.
The necessity of CIDGlobalLight.exe and the XFINITY Toolbar depends on the user's needs. If the user frequently uses XFINITY services and finds the toolbar's features beneficial, it may be useful to keep. Some users may find it unnecessary or intrusive, especially if it was installed without their knowledge or consent.
The XFINITY Toolbar, like many browser add-ons, can potentially slow down your browser or cause stability issues. It may also pose privacy concerns, as it can track your browsing habits and collect data for marketing purposes. In such cases, it would be advisable to remove CIDGlobalLight.exe and the associated XFINITY Toolbar.
Any executable file, including CIDGlobalLight.exe, can potentially be a target for malware or virus attacks. It's important to ensure that your antivirus software is up-to-date and regularly scanning your system for threats.
Description: CIDGlobalLight.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. The file CIDGlobalLight.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" (e.g. C:\Program Files (x86)\xfin_portal\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\Ask.com\CallingIDSDK\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 1,185,872 bytes (46% of all occurrences), 869,816 bytes or 1,202,712 bytes.
There is no description of the program. The program has no visible window. The CIDGlobalLight.exe file is not a Windows core file. The file has a digital signature.
CIDGlobalLight.exe is able to connect to the Internet, record keyboard and mouse inputs and monitor applications.
Therefore the technical security rating is 38% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
The software vendor offers the option to do the following:
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as CIDGlobalLight.exe. Therefore, you should check the CIDGlobalLight.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
it's annoying, can't get rid of it, pops up all the time xxx
cidgloballight.exe is part of Mozilla Thunderbird developed by CallingID Ltd. Heidi
It is getting on my nerves
It is a nuisance Captain Ron
It is bringing my system to a crawl. Wonder if it coul be a virus. Glenn
associated with Ask.com and Avira Free Antivirus *BSH
It is crap software installed by XFINITY Comcast. Slows computers Down! Uninstall it! James the Tech
Seems to be kind of avira web protection Ranger
Does anybody know how to uninstall it. I think I've tried everything. Jay,the elder
I cannot stand this POPUP It disrupts everything I do. I hate it even more because I cannot get rid of it or have anyone to scream at. It is why everything is screwed up and I have no choice but to endure it. Michael F Reissig
Pops up constantly. I tried to uninstall it but it stills pops up. Anne Kline
It pops up constantly asking if I want to let CIDGlobal.Light.exe to make changes to my computer, by CallingID. I keep saying NO...and it will not quit! Pops up every few minutes all the whole time I am on-line Jody Winko
Iis a complete pain and pops every few seconds can not get any work done Andrew Burley/Realtor
Summary: Average user rating of CIDGlobalLight.exe:
based on 14 votes with 13 user comments.
2 users think CIDGlobalLight.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.
6 users suspect danger.
4 users think CIDGlobalLight.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
One user is not sure about it.
Best practices for resolving CIDGlobalLight issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with CIDGlobalLight. 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 CIDGlobalLight.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
xxx
Heidi
Captain Ron
Glenn
*BSH
James the Tech
Ranger
Jay,the elder
Michael F Reissig
Anne Kline
Jody Winko
Andrew Burley/Realtor
Summary: Average user rating of CIDGlobalLight.exe: based on 14 votes with 13 user comments. 2 users think CIDGlobalLight.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. 6 users suspect danger. 4 users think CIDGlobalLight.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. One user is not sure about it.