The genuine KHost.exe file is a software component of Kontiki Delivery Manager by Kontiki. Kontiki Delivery Manager is a content delivery manager. Khost.exe runs the core process for the client side Delivery Manager host. This is a genuine software but may be removed if not required.
Kontiki Delivery Manager is a web-portal and delivery system that enables users to download, view, and manage various digital formats of content. The program can also be used to automatically request and pull subscription content. It is generally viewed as a sophisticated download manager. It supports the Windows platform.
Kollective (formerly Kontiki) is a company that develops solutions in digital content management and delivery. The company specializes in video distribution and streaming, software distribution and patch deployment, and deployment technologies. Kollective is based in Bend, Oregon, USA.
KHost stands for Kontiki Host
The .exe extension on a filename indicates an executable file. Executable files may, in some cases, harm your computer. Therefore, please read below to decide for yourself whether the KHost.exe on your computer is a Trojan that you should remove, or whether it is a file belonging to the Windows operating system or to a trusted application.
Description: KHost.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. KHost.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—for instance C:\Program Files (x86)\Kontiki\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 2,059,560 bytes (33% of all occurrences), 1,461,800 bytes or 1,032,376 bytes.
The file is not a Windows core file. The file has a digital signature. The application is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: MACHINE\Run, Run).
You can uninstall this program in the Control Panel. The program has no visible window.
KHost.exe is able to monitor applications, record keyboard and mouse inputs and connect to the Internet.
Therefore the technical security rating is 30% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If you experience any issues with installation of KHost.exe, you may want to turn to the software company, Kollective, for advice or uninstall Kollective SD ECDN Agent or Kontiki Media Manager software via Windows Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs (Windows XP) or Programs and Features (Windows 10/8/7).
If KHost.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows, the security rating is 60% dangerous. The file size is 1,757,184 bytes.
The KHost.exe file is not a Windows core file. The process is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: MACHINE\Run, Run).
The program has no visible window. It is an unknown file in the Windows folder.
"kdx" is not required to run at start up. KonTiki Secure Delivery Plug In related. "The Kontiki Delivery Management System (DMS) is a secure delivery network for distribution of video, software, audio, documents, and other digital media. The Kontiki DMS enables enterprises to efficiently publish, secure, deliver and track digital media to employees, partners, and customers"
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as KHost.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the KHost.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 seems to be necessary for peer to peer sharing sites like the BBC iPlayer. But you don't need it if you just watch online streaming. If its worrying you remove it or reinstall one of the players Mycroft
its by sky to help distrobute their tv programs and such. a p2p system if you will! David Miller
It is used to streams video content for apps such as BBC iplayer, channel 4 4OD, Sky Player etc. sauro
it came with BBC i-player Andy
Also used with Sky's 'Live TV' service. Harmless. Tristan
Used for Sky Broadband, BBC iPlayer and 4od. All used for downloading. Dj23
Khost.exe is part of most video sharing applications which is used to securely download to your hardrive. Jake
Summary: Average user rating of KHost.exe:
based on 44 votes with 9 user comments.
14 users think KHost.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
3 users think it's probably harmless.
21 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
3 users suspect danger.
3 users think KHost.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
8 users don't grade KHost.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving KHost issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with KHost. 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 KHost.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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Summary: Average user rating of KHost.exe: based on 44 votes with 9 user comments. 14 users think KHost.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 3 users think it's probably harmless. 21 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 3 users suspect danger. 3 users think KHost.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 8 users don't grade KHost.exe ("not sure about it").