validator.exe: which program is it?
validator.exe is a program file of scoop-validator. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| scoop-validator | — | 1.0.2 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is validator.exe safe?
validator.exe is a normal part of scoop-validator 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 validator.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 validator.exe?
Uninstall scoop-validator through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes validator.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.