RiotClientServices.exe is an executable file that is part of the Riot Client software developed by Riot Games. This file is a crucial component of the software and is responsible for running the main application.
The associated software, Riot Client, is primarily used to manage and launch Riot Games' popular online multiplayer game, League of Legends. It serves as a hub for game updates, player messaging, and game launching. It also provides access to the in-game store and player account settings.
RiotClientServices.exe is needed because it is the main executable for the Riot Client. Without it, the software cannot function properly. It is responsible for initiating the client's operations, including launching the game, downloading updates, and managing player communications.
You should not remove RiotClientServices.exe if you are actively using the Riot Client to play League of Legends. If you no longer play the game, or if the file is causing issues such as high CPU usage, you might consider uninstalling the Riot Client, which will also remove the RiotClientServices.exe file. If the file is located outside of the C:\Riot Games\Riot Client directory, it could be a sign of a virus or malware disguised as the legitimate file, in which case it should be removed immediately.
Description: RiotClientServices.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. RiotClientServices.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\" or sometimes in a subfolder of C:\ or in a subfolder of the user's profile folder—generally C:\Riot Games\Riot Client\ or C:\Online Game\Riot Games\Riot Client\.
The file size on Windows 10/11/7 is 13,179,660 bytes.
It is not a Windows system file. The file is certified by a trustworthy company. The program uses ports to connect to or from a LAN or the Internet. The program has no visible window. The process starts when Windows starts (see Registry key: Run, TaskScheduler).
RiotClientServices.exe is able to monitor applications.
Therefore the technical security rating is 52% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
In the event of any problems with RiotClientServices.exe, you can also uninstall League of Legends or Riot Client from your computer using the Control Panel applet Uninstall a Program or search for help on the company's website.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as RiotClientServices.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the RiotClientServices.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 can resume playing league of legends & valorant ahmerkhalid
Summary: Average user rating of RiotClientServices.exe:
based on 1 vote with 1 user comment.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
6 users don't grade RiotClientServices.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving RiotClientServices issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with RiotClientServices. 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 RiotClientServices.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
ahmerkhalid
Summary: Average user rating of RiotClientServices.exe: based on 1 vote with 1 user comment. One user thinks it's probably harmless. 6 users don't grade RiotClientServices.exe ("not sure about it").