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What is $WinREAgent Folder & Is It Safe to Delete it?
Manually delete the $WinREAgent folder in the File Explorer
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Updated onFebruary 22, 2024
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The $WinREAgent folder is a system folder created by theWindows Recovery Environment(WinRE). It is typically found on the system drive (usually the C: drive) and the Dollar $ sign indicates that the folder is hidden and they are used to create during the installation phase.
You can delete the WinREAgent folder manually, especially if you encounterdifficulties with system updates. In fact, the $WinREAgent folder may self-remove afteruninstalling the Windows 11/10Update Assistant, or after a successful Windows update within 10 days.
Therefore, if you complete the upgrade throughWindows Update, you can safely delete the $WinREAgent folder. So, before applying the solutions below, make sure that any update has been completed and check for any other updates. Also, before deleting the folder, carefully examine its size and ensure that it ideally reads 0 KB and create a backup of your important files and data.
How can I remove $WinREAgent folder?
1. Manually delete the $WinREAgent folder
If you encounter any errors or permissions issues, double-check that you haveadministrative privilegesand that WinRE is disabled.
And that’s it on how to delete the folder and whether it is safe. In case you want to know how toenter (boot) into recovery mode on Windows 11, you can explore our detailed guide for that.
You can also check this guide for help if youcan’t create a recovery drive on your PC. Keep in mind that sometimes issues with recovery can occur, and they are usually followed byEvent 4502 WinREAgent.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please use the comments section below.
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Vlad Turiceanu
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.
