hl.exe: which program is it?
hl.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being hashlink. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
Frequently asked questions
Is hl.exe safe?
hl.exe is a normal part of hashlink 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 hl.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 hl.exe?
Uninstall hashlink through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes hl.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.