ShdTray.exe, also known as Shield Tray, is an executable file associated with the software RollBack Rx Home and RollBack Rx Professional developed by Horizon DataSys. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files\Shield directory.
ShdTray.exe is a crucial component of the RollBack Rx software. RollBack Rx is a robust system restore utility that enables users to easily restore their PCs to any previous state. It allows users to recover from system crashes, virus attacks, and other serious problems by rolling back the system to a previous, stable state.
ShdTray.exe is needed for the proper functioning of the RollBack Rx software. It manages the system tray icon and the user interface for the software, allowing users to access and use the software's features. Without ShdTray.exe, users may not be able to fully utilize the RollBack Rx software.
Under normal circumstances, there is no need to remove ShdTray.exe. Like any executable file, it can potentially be exploited by malicious software to harm your computer. If your antivirus software flags ShdTray.exe as a threat, or if you notice any unusual system behavior associated with this file, it may be infected with a virus or malware. In such cases, it would be advisable to remove or quarantine the file to protect your system.
Before removing any file, make sure that it is not a legitimate file that is essential for the normal functioning of your system.
Description: ShdTray.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. ShdTray.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files"—mostly C:\Program Files\Shield\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 78,272 bytes (16% of all occurrences), 76,736 bytes and 13 more variants.
It is not a Windows system file. The ShdTray.exe file is a Verisign signed file. The program has no visible window.
ShdTray.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs.
Therefore the technical security rating is 37% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You could uninstall the associated program (Start > Control Panel > Uninstall a Program > RollBack Rx Professional or RollBack Rx Home).
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as ShdTray.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the ShdTray.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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Part of Reboot Restore (Rollback) system to keep registry from being corrupted with items.
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Summary: Average user rating of ShdTray.exe:
based on 1 vote with 2 user comments.
One user thinks ShdTray.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user is not sure about it.
Best practices for resolving ShdTray issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with ShdTray. 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 ShdTray.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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Norbert st (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of ShdTray.exe: based on 1 vote with 2 user comments. One user thinks ShdTray.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user is not sure about it.