kimi.exe: which program is it?
kimi.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being Kimi Code CLI. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 Kimi Code CLI | Beijing Yuezhi Dark Face Technology Co., Ltd. | 2.3.2 | — |
 Kimi CLI | Beijing Yuezhi Dark Face Technology Co., Ltd. | 1.52.0 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is kimi.exe safe?
kimi.exe is a normal part of Kimi Code CLI 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 kimi.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 kimi.exe?
Uninstall Kimi Code CLI through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes kimi.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.