phrase.exe: which program is it?
phrase.exe is a program file of Phrase Strings CLI. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 Phrase Strings CLI | Phrase GmbH | 2.71.0 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is phrase.exe safe?
phrase.exe is a normal part of Phrase Strings 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 phrase.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 phrase.exe?
Uninstall Phrase Strings CLI through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes phrase.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.