pCloudd.exe is an executable file that is part of the LenovoEMC Storage Manager software, formerly known as Iomega Storage Manager. This software is developed by LenovoEMC, previously known as Iomega.
The LenovoEMC Storage Manager software, and thus the pCloudd.exe file, is primarily used for managing network-attached storage devices. It provides an interface for users to organize, control, and manage their data storage across multiple devices. This includes features such as data backup, file sharing, and remote access to files.
The pCloudd.exe file can be found in the following directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\LenovoEMC Storage Manager
As a component of the LenovoEMC Storage Manager, pCloudd.exe is essential for the software to function properly. If you are using this software, it is not recommended to remove pCloudd.exe.
Like any executable file, pCloudd.exe can potentially be a target for malicious software to disguise itself. If you find this file in an unusual location or if your security software flags it as a threat, it could be a virus or malware. In such cases, it is recommended to run a full system scan and remove the threat if detected.
Description: PCloudd.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. PCloudd.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—common is C:\Program Files (x86)\LenovoEMC Storage Manager\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\Iomega Storage Manager\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 215,040 bytes (45% of all occurrences), 207,360 bytes and 4 more variants.
It runs as service PCloudd.
PCloudd.exe is not a Windows core file. The program has no visible window. The software uses ports to connect to or from a LAN or the Internet.
Therefore the technical security rating is 50% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You can uninstall LenovoEMC Storage Manager or Iomega Storage Manager software via Windows Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs (Windows XP) or Programs and Features (Windows 10/8/7) or use the software publisher's support site.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as pCloudd.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the pCloudd.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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A process from Iomega that enables the virtual cloud functionality on the Iomega storage. Unfortunatelly it gets stuck and then the cloud stops working, which is pretty annoying. I hope soon a newver version is going to be released that solves this issue. Jirka Folta (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of pCloudd.exe:
based on 1 vote with 1 user comment.
One user thinks pCloudd.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
Best practices for resolving pCloudd issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with pCloudd. 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 pCloudd.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
Jirka Folta (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of pCloudd.exe: based on 1 vote with 1 user comment. One user thinks pCloudd.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.