WzPreloader.exe is an executable file that is part of the WinZip software package. This file is developed by WinZip Computing and is usually located in the C:\Program Files\WinZip directory.
WinZip is a popular software used for file compression and decompression. It allows users to reduce the size of files and folders, making them easier to share and store. The software also provides encryption, file sharing, and backup features.
WzPreloader.exe is a component of WinZip that helps in preloading certain elements of the software. This can make the software run more smoothly and efficiently, as it doesn't have to load everything at once when it's opened. It's part of the software's optimization process.
While WzPreloader.exe is not harmful in itself, any executable file can potentially be a target for malicious software or viruses. If you notice that this file is causing issues, such as slowing down your system or causing software crashes, it might be infected with a virus. In such cases, it's recommended to run a virus scan and remove or quarantine the file if it's found to be harmful. If you don't use WinZip or have an alternative compression software, you might not need WzPreloader.exe and can uninstall WinZip to free up system resources.
Description: WzPreloader.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. WzPreloader.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files"—generally C:\Program Files\WinZip\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 133,216 bytes (27% of all occurrences), 124,128 bytes and 10 more variants.
The package name of the Windows Store app WinZipComputing WinZipDesktopSubscription is WinZipComputing.WinZipDesktopSubscription_3ykzqggjzj4z0.
It is not a Windows system file. The WzPreloader.exe file is certified by a trustworthy company. The program can be uninstalled in the Control Panel. The program is not visible. The program is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: MACHINE\User Shell Folders, MACHINE\Run, User Shell Folders).
WzPreloader.exe appears to be a compressed file.
Therefore the technical security rating is 19% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
In case you experience problems using WzPreloader.exe, you can also do the following: 1) uninstall WinZip or WinZip Microsoft Store Edition from your computer using the Control Panel applet Uninstall a Program 2) ask for help from Support [1][2] 3) search for an update on the vendor’s website.
If WzPreloader.exe is located in a subfolder of the user's "Documents" folder, the security rating is 76% dangerous. The file size is 27,656 bytes.
It is not a Windows core file. The program has no visible window.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as WzPreloader.exe. Therefore, you should check the WzPreloader.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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When this is enabled, the WinZip preloader will start automatically when Windows starts up. The WinZip preloader will start certain services that are required by WinZip to run. This allows WinZip to start up faster since these services will already be running. This should not affect the normal performance of your computer. (further information)
Burning up processer cannot delete or disable avoid at all costs
Virus
I can't get rid of it. It's malicious software loaded on my computer so I can't use any zip program but WINZIP that requires I pay money for it.
Nothing- it looks familiar perhaps I used to get a printer driver in past. Got HP printer driver from HP and tried to install,but don't know where I am now. I thought I had to agree to something, but it didn't seem to go as planned??? No clue now. I think this is from Microsoft??? Pat
Summary: Average user rating of WzPreloader.exe:
based on 5 votes with 5 user comments.
One user thinks WzPreloader.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.
3 users think WzPreloader.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
One user is not sure about it.
Best practices for resolving WzPreloader issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with WzPreloader. 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 WzPreloader.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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Pat
Summary: Average user rating of WzPreloader.exe: based on 5 votes with 5 user comments. One user thinks WzPreloader.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous. 3 users think WzPreloader.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. One user is not sure about it.