EpicWebHelper.exe is an executable file that is part of the Epic Games Launcher software. It is developed by Epic Games, a renowned video game and software development company. This file is typically located in the directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\Epic Games\Launcher\Engine\Binaries\Win64.
The associated software, Epic Games Launcher, is a digital storefront and a game library management platform. It allows users to download, install, and manage their favorite Epic Games titles. It also provides access to the Unreal Engine for developers and a variety of other Epic Games resources.
EpicWebHelper.exe is a crucial component of the Epic Games Launcher. It helps in the smooth functioning of the software by managing web-related tasks. Without it, the Epic Games Launcher may not function properly or may not function at all.
Under normal circumstances, there is no need to remove EpicWebHelper.exe. If it's causing issues like high CPU usage, system slowdowns, or if it's detected as a threat by your antivirus software, it might be necessary to remove it. Removing this file may affect the functionality of the Epic Games Launcher. Always ensure to verify the legitimacy of the file before removal, as malware often disguises itself as legitimate system files.
Description: EpicWebHelper.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. EpicWebHelper.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—mainly C:\Program Files (x86)\Epic Games\Launcher\Engine\Binaries\Win64\ or C:\Epic Games\Launcher\Engine\Binaries\Win64\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 3,612,640 bytes (25% of all occurrences), 3,748,304 bytes and 17 more variants.
The EpicWebHelper.exe file is not a Windows system file. The program is not visible. The EpicWebHelper.exe file is certified by a trustworthy company.
EpicWebHelper.exe is able to monitor applications.
Therefore the technical security rating is 39% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If you have any problems with EpicWebHelper.exe, you can uninstall Epic Games Launcher or Mir4Global Launcher software via Windows Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs (Windows XP) or Programs and Features (Windows 10/8/7).
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as EpicWebHelper.exe. Therefore, you should check the EpicWebHelper.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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Scannt Netzwerk, Hat versucht Verbindung zu mein Smartphone verbindung über Router Freizugeben ?? Tayfun Aydin
Summary: Average user rating of EpicWebHelper.exe:
based on 1 vote with 2 user comments.
One user suspects danger.
2 users don't grade EpicWebHelper.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving EpicWebHelper issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with EpicWebHelper. 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 EpicWebHelper.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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Tayfun Aydin
Summary: Average user rating of EpicWebHelper.exe: based on 1 vote with 2 user comments. One user suspects danger. 2 users don't grade EpicWebHelper.exe ("not sure about it").