vws.exe: which program is it?
vws.exe is a program file of vws-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 |
|---|---|---|---|
 vws-cli | VWS-Python | 2026.10.09 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is vws.exe safe?
vws.exe is a normal part of vws-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 vws.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 vws.exe?
Uninstall vws-cli through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes vws.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.