php86.exe: which program is it?
php86.exe is a program file of PHP 8.6. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHP 8.6 | PHP Group | 8.6.0RC4 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is php86.exe safe?
php86.exe is a normal part of PHP 8.6 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 php86.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 php86.exe?
Uninstall PHP 8.6 through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes php86.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.