shadps4.exe: which program is it?
shadps4.exe is a program file of shadPS4. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 shadPS4 | shadps4-emu | 0.20.0 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is shadps4.exe safe?
shadps4.exe is a normal part of shadPS4 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 shadps4.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 shadps4.exe?
Uninstall shadPS4 through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes shadps4.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.