piactl.exe: which program is it?
piactl.exe is a program file of pia-desktop. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| pia-desktop | — | 3.8-08539 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is piactl.exe safe?
piactl.exe is a normal part of pia-desktop 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 piactl.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 piactl.exe?
Uninstall pia-desktop through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes piactl.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.