gitlab-runner.exe: which program is it?
gitlab-runner.exe is a program file of GitLab Runner. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 GitLab Runner | GitLab Inc. | 19.5.1 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is gitlab-runner.exe safe?
gitlab-runner.exe is a normal part of GitLab Runner 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 gitlab-runner.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 gitlab-runner.exe?
Uninstall GitLab Runner through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes gitlab-runner.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.