.exe
Windows Executable
Executables·application/vnd.microsoft.portable-executable
What is a .exe file
A Windows program that runs when double-clicked. Only open .exe files from sources you trust.
How to open a .exe file
Windows
Extension
.exe
Category
Executables
MIME
application/vnd.microsoft.portable-executable
Other Executables formats
FAQ — .exe
What is a .exe file?
.exe is a Windows Executable. A Windows program that runs when double-clicked. Only open .exe files from sources you trust.
What program opens a .exe file?
.exe files open with: Windows.
What is the MIME type of .exe?
The MIME type of .exe is "application/vnd.microsoft.portable-executable" — the identifier browsers and servers use for this format.