winsw.exe: which program is it?
winsw.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being Windows Service Wrapper. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 Windows Service Wrapper | CloudBees, Inc. | 2.12.0.0 | — |
 Windows Service Wrapper | CloudBees, Inc. | 3.0.0.0 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is winsw.exe safe?
winsw.exe is a normal part of Windows Service Wrapper 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 winsw.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 winsw.exe?
Uninstall Windows Service Wrapper through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes winsw.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.