ninja.exe: which program is it?
ninja.exe is a program file of ninja-kitware. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| ninja-kitware | — | 1.11.1.g95dee.kitware.jobserver-1 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is ninja.exe safe?
ninja.exe is a normal part of ninja-kitware 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 ninja.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 ninja.exe?
Uninstall ninja-kitware through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes ninja.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.