PgHist.exe
Important: If your PC is producing PgHist.exe errors, you should check your Windows operating system immediately!
The file PgHist.exe is part of the program Privacy Guardian from the manufacturer unknown. Its task: PgHist.exe deletes lists of the most recently used documents and Internet pages visited.
PgHist.exe is normally found in the directory %programfiles%\Privacy Guardian. If the file is located in another folder, you may have selected this path when installing the software. Under certain circumstances, this can also be an indication of a virus.
How to fix PgHist.exe errors
If Windows notifies you of PgHist.exe errors, the cause may be the result of damaged or corrupted registry entries.
In most cases, it helps to check the Windows registry for PgHist.exe errors!
If this does not fix PgHist.exe errors, we recommend uninstalling the program using the Control Panel and then running a scan of the Windows registry again.
PgHist.exe slows down my PC!
Programs and files can have a strong impact on the performance of a Windows operating system. In some cases, this also includes PgHist.exe.
In case of doubt, you should uninstall the program in question.
If PgHist.exe is in the Windows startup folder, it can slow down a PC. We recommend that you turn off the automatic startup of this program if you do not need this function.
Our advise: AVG TuneUp disables unnecessary startup programs and Windows applications thereby minimizing the load on your computer. The software also fixes PgHist.exe errors!
Is PgHist.exe harmful to my computer?
PgHist.exe is considered to be trustworthy. If the file is not located in the standard path, this may indicate the presence of a virus. Scan your PC with an up-to-date virus scanner. We recommend using the free antivirus software AVG Anti-Virus Free.
All information about PgHist.exe:
The following information about PgHist.exe is available.
Product name: Privacy Guardian
Process name: History Cleaner
manufacturer: unknown
Website manufacturer: unknown
Standard path: %programfiles%\Privacy Guardian
Category: Part of Privacy Guardian.
Assessment: trustworthy