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erl.exe: which program is it?

erl.exe is a program file of Erlang OTP. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.

AppPublisherLatest versionDefault install folder
Erlang OTP Ericsson AB 29.1.2 %ProgramFiles%\Erlang OTP

Frequently asked questions

Is erl.exe safe?

erl.exe is a normal part of Erlang OTP 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 erl.exe located?

By default the installer puts it in %ProgramFiles%\Erlang OTP. The folder can be changed during installation.

How do I remove erl.exe?

Uninstall Erlang OTP through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes erl.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.