PubPlatform.exe is an executable file that is part of the IObit Public Program. This file is developed by IObit, a software company known for its system utilities and security software for Windows. The file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Uninstaller\Pub directory.
The associated software, which includes programs like Driver Booster and IObit Uninstaller, is designed to help manage and optimize your computer system. Driver Booster, for example, is used to update outdated, missing, or faulty drivers, while IObit Uninstaller is used to remove unwanted programs and browser plug-ins/toolbars easily even when Windows "Add or Remove Programs" fails.
PubPlatform.exe is needed for the proper functioning of the IObit software. If you are using any of the IObit programs, you should not remove this file as it could cause the software to malfunction. If you are not using any IObit software or if you suspect the file to be a virus or malware (as sometimes, malware disguises itself as PubPlatform.exe), you should remove it. Always make sure to keep your antivirus software up-to-date and perform regular system scans to ensure your system's safety.
Description: PubPlatform.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. PubPlatform.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" or sometimes in a subfolder of the user's profile folder—mostly C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Uninstaller\Pub\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\Pub\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 1,891,784 bytes (31% of all occurrences), 1,889,552 bytes and 7 more variants.
The file has a digital signature. The file is not a Windows system file. The program is not visible. The PubPlatform.exe file is a Verisign signed file.
PubPlatform.exe is able to manipulate other programs, monitor applications and record keyboard and mouse inputs.
Therefore the technical security rating is 29% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If problems with IObit Uninstaller 11 or Driver Booster 8 come up, you could search for help on the company’s website, make sure that you have installed the latest version or completely remove it (Control Panel ⇒ Uninstall a Program).
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as PubPlatform.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the PubPlatform.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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I've started up my computer, everything alright about that, until i went to google chrome and got something about "log-on". I got kinda scared so i went to the task manager to see what could be the cause. There was rundll32.exe and yeah, the goddamn PubPlatform.exe. I went to the original location of pubplatform and deleted it. Netosilvagames
It slows my pc down considerably JohnChambers
2 users don't grade PubPlatform.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving PubPlatform issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with PubPlatform. 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 PubPlatform.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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Netosilvagames
JohnChambers
2 users don't grade PubPlatform.exe ("not sure about it").