ollama.exe: which program is it?
ollama.exe is a program file that 3 Windows programs install, the best known being Ollama. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 Ollama | Ollama | 0.40.10 | %LocalAppData%\Programs\Ollama |
 Ollama (Portable) | Ollama | 0.40.10 | — |
| ollama-full | — | 0.40.8 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is ollama.exe safe?
ollama.exe is a normal part of Ollama 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 ollama.exe located?
By default the installer puts it in %LocalAppData%\Programs\Ollama. The folder can be changed during installation.
How do I remove ollama.exe?
Uninstall Ollama through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes ollama.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.