dosbox-x.exe: which program is it?
dosbox-x.exe is a program file of DOSBox-X. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 DOSBox-X | joncampbell123 [DOSBox-X Team] | 2026.10.01 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is dosbox-x.exe safe?
dosbox-x.exe is a normal part of DOSBox-X when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is dosbox-x.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove dosbox-x.exe?
Uninstall DOSBox-X through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes dosbox-x.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.