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What is Setc.exe & How to Fix its Errors
Setc.exe is a harmless file but you can delete it if you need the space
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Published onDecember 13, 2023
published onDecember 13, 2023
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Setc.exe is an executable file from the MySecurityCenter software owned by Europe Capital, and its purpose is to check the user permissions for the software.
Is Setc.exe dangerous? No, Setc.exe is a harmless file, but like any other executable file, it may be hijacked and infected by wrongdoers. This article will highlight what this file is, how to fix its errors, and if it’s worth keeping.
What is Setc.exe, and what does it do?
Setc.exe is part of the MySecurityCenter app developed by Europe Capital, a UK company that provides internet security programs. Ensure you don’t confuse it with Sethc.exe, an accessibility feature from Windows.
The file is also associated with the installer of the MPC Wizard 3.0 Test & Tune Your Multimedia app.
Can I delete Setc.exe? The file is usually located in the %programfiles%\MySecurityCenter\Programs folder. If you see it in any other location, try to remember if you set that location when you installed it. Otherwise, if the location seems suspicious or you don’t need or use the program, you can delete it.
How do I fix Setc.exe errors?
Before starting the troubleshooting, here are some of the errors that are associated with Setc.exe:
1. Reinstall the app
2. Reregister the setc.exe file
When you install the app associated with setc.exe, it should automatically register the file, but sometimes, you may get thesetc.exe was not registerederror. Manually registering the file will fix the problem.
3. Run an SFC scan
How to prevent setc.exe errors?
To sum up our guide, setc.exe is a harmless file, but if you’re not using the app associated with it, you can delete it without any problems.
If you want to fix the errors associated with setc.exe, you can reinstall the app, reregister the file, or perform an SFC scan to get rid of the problems.
You may use our guide onhow to fix executable file errors on Windowsif you need more information and solutions.
If anexe file is not opening, read the highlighted guide to help you fix the issue quickly.
For any other questions or suggestions, feel free to use the comments section below to let us know about them.
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Claudiu Andone
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Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.
His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
