winutils.exe: which program is it?
winutils.exe is a program file of hadoop-winutils. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| hadoop-winutils | — | 2.8.1 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is winutils.exe safe?
winutils.exe is a normal part of hadoop-winutils 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 winutils.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 winutils.exe?
Uninstall hadoop-winutils through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes winutils.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.