nexus.exe: which program is it?
nexus.exe is a program file of nexus-repository-oss. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| nexus-repository-oss | — | 3.97.1-02 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is nexus.exe safe?
nexus.exe is a normal part of nexus-repository-oss 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 nexus.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 nexus.exe?
Uninstall nexus-repository-oss through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes nexus.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.