wmdSync.exe is a software component of Windows Mobile Device Center by Microsoft. It is an executable file that belongs to the Windows Mobile Device Center, a synchronization software program for Windows Mobile-based devices. The file is usually located in the C:\Windows\WindowsMobile directory.
The associated software, Windows Mobile Device Center, is used to synchronize data between Windows Mobile-based devices and a computer. It allows users to manage and synchronize pictures, videos, emails, contacts, and calendar events between their mobile device and their computer. It is particularly useful for users who need to keep their mobile data updated and backed up on their computer.
wmdSync.exe is needed if you are using Windows Mobile Device Center to synchronize your mobile device with your computer. It is a crucial part of the software and removing it could cause the software to stop working properly.
If you are not using Windows Mobile Device Center, or if you are experiencing problems with wmdSync.exe (such as high CPU usage or error messages), you might consider removing it. Before doing so, make sure that the file is not a virus or malware disguised as wmdSync.exe. You can do this by scanning your system with an antivirus program.
Description: WmdSync.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. The file wmdSync.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows (normally C:\Windows\WindowsMobile\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 215,552 bytes (94% of all occurrences) or 225,792 bytes.
The program is not visible. It is a trustworthy file from Microsoft. The software is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: MACHINE\Run).
The file is not a Windows system file.
Therefore the technical security rating is 17% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as wmdSync.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the wmdSync.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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wmdsync.exe is part of Windows Mobile Device Center in Vista. Microsoft Windows Mobile Device Center enables you to set up new partnerships, synchronize content and manage music, pictures and video with Windows Mobile powered devices (Windows Mobile 2003 or later) Yan (further information)
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based on 2 votes with 1 user comment.
One user thinks wmdSync.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.
Best practices for resolving wmdSync issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with wmdSync. 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 wmdSync.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 wmdSync.exe: based on 2 votes with 1 user comment. One user thinks wmdSync.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.