gpgsm.exe: which program is it?
gpgsm.exe is a program file that 3 Windows programs install, the best known being GNU Privacy Guard. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 GNU Privacy Guard | The GnuPG Project | 2.5.24 | — |
| Gpg4win | The Gpg4win Project | 5.1.1 | — |
| Gpg4win (Beta) | The Gpg4win Project | 5.0.0-beta395 | %ProgramFiles%\Gpg4win |
Frequently asked questions
Is gpgsm.exe safe?
gpgsm.exe is a normal part of GNU Privacy Guard 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 gpgsm.exe located?
By default the installer puts it in %ProgramFiles%\Gpg4win. The folder can be changed during installation.
How do I remove gpgsm.exe?
Uninstall GNU Privacy Guard through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes gpgsm.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.