wtq.exe: which program is it?
wtq.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being windows-terminal-quake. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 windows-terminal-quake | Flyingpie | 2.1.0 | — |
 windows-terminal-quake-prerelease | Flyingpie | 2.2.0-pre2 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is wtq.exe safe?
wtq.exe is a normal part of windows-terminal-quake 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 wtq.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 wtq.exe?
Uninstall windows-terminal-quake through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes wtq.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.