ibguard.exe is an executable file that is part of the InterBase Server software. This software is developed by Borland Software and is now maintained by Embarcadero Technologies. The file is typically located in the directory C:\Program Files (x86)\Borland\InterBase\bin.
InterBase is a powerful, small-footprint database engine that can be embedded in applications. It is used by developers to build robust applications that require database functionality. InterBase supports high performance and offers a scalable, secure and robust database system.
ibguard.exe is a crucial component of the InterBase Server. It is responsible for monitoring and restarting the InterBase server if it fails. This ensures that the database server is always running and available for applications that rely on it.
You should not remove ibguard.exe if you are using applications that require the InterBase Server. If you are not using any such applications, or if the file is causing problems (like high CPU usage), you might consider removing it. Always remember to uninstall the software properly rather than just deleting the file, as this could cause other issues.
Description: Ibguard.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. The ibguard.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)\Borland\InterBase\bin\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 32,768 bytes (72% of all occurrences), 22,016 bytes and 4 more variants.
It is the service "IBG_developer_ib2020": Embarcadero InterBase Guardian.
The program has no visible window. The ibguard.exe file is not a Windows core file. It can change the behavior of other programs or manipulate other programs.
Therefore the technical security rating is 54% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
It is possible to turn to the software company, Firebirdsql, for advice, check the vendor’s website for a newer version or safely remove the program using the uninstall program of Firebird or InterBase (Control Panel ⇒ Uninstall a Program).
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as ibguard.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the ibguard.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
InterBase Guardian. When using Borland's Interbase server, this will make sure the service is running, and will restart it if it crashes... Don (further information)
Comes with Borland JBuilder 6 Sami
Part of Borland InterBase software cojss
TNT Buchungssystem
inter base file Luq
we use IB as database for scehduling programs in production lines, textile daniele
Teil von Embacadero Delphi Paddy
Summary: Average user rating of ibguard.exe:
based on 9 votes with 7 user comments.
6 users think ibguard.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
Best practices for resolving ibguard issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with ibguard. 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 ibguard.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
Don (further information)
Sami
cojss
Luq
daniele
Paddy
Summary: Average user rating of ibguard.exe: based on 9 votes with 7 user comments. 6 users think ibguard.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's probably harmless. 2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.