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Download Process Hacker for Windows

Process Hacker is available as a free download for all Windows users. The software is distributed as an open-source Windows system monitoring tool that provides advanced process management capabilities. Whether you're looking for a Task Manager alternative or a comprehensive system utility for Windows, Process Hacker delivers professional-grade features at no cost.

All downloads are verified with SHA-256 checksums and digital signatures to ensure security and integrity. The software is compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11, supporting both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures. Download Process Hacker today and experience the power of advanced Windows system monitoring.

Process Hacker 2.39

Latest Stable Release

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File size: ~5.2 MB | Windows 7/8/10/11 compatible

System Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • • Windows 7 or later
  • • 50 MB free disk space
  • • 512 MB RAM
  • • Administrator privileges (for full functionality)

Recommended

  • • Windows 10/11
  • • 100 MB free disk space
  • • 2 GB RAM or more
  • • Administrator privileges

Version Information

Version Release Date Status
2.39 2024 Stable
2.38 2023 Previous

Security & Integrity Verification

Process Hacker is digitally signed and provides SHA checksums for verification. Always verify the integrity of downloaded files before installation.

SHA-256 Checksum

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Digital Signature

The installer is digitally signed. Right-click the downloaded file, select Properties, and verify the signature in the Digital Signatures tab.

How to Verify

  1. Download the file and note the file size
  2. Calculate SHA-256 hash using PowerShell: Get-FileHash -Algorithm SHA256 filename.exe
  3. Compare with the checksum provided above
  4. Verify the digital signature in file properties

Source Transparency

Process Hacker is open-source software. The complete source code is available for inspection, audit, and modification. This transparency ensures security and builds trust.

Source Code Repository

View and download the complete source code from our repository.

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Build Instructions

Build Process Hacker from source using Visual Studio and our build documentation.

Build Guide →

Antivirus False Positives

Some antivirus software may flag Process Hacker as potentially unwanted or suspicious. This is a false positive caused by Process Hacker's legitimate system monitoring capabilities.

Why This Happens

Process Hacker uses advanced Windows APIs to monitor and control system processes. These same APIs are sometimes used by malware, causing heuristic detection systems to flag the software.

However, Process Hacker is 100% legitimate, open-source software with no malicious code. The source code is publicly available for inspection.

What to Do

  • • Add Process Hacker to your antivirus exclusion list
  • • Report the false positive to your antivirus vendor
  • • Verify the file using the SHA checksum and digital signature
  • • Review the source code if you have concerns
Learn more about handling antivirus warnings →

Installation Instructions

  1. 1

    Download the Installer

    Download the latest version from the button above. Save the file to a location you can easily access.

  2. 2

    Verify the Download

    Verify the SHA-256 checksum and digital signature to ensure file integrity. See the Security & Integrity section above.

  3. 3

    Run the Installer

    Right-click the installer and select "Run as Administrator" for full functionality. Follow the installation wizard.

  4. 4

    Configure Antivirus

    If your antivirus flags Process Hacker, add it to the exclusion list. This is a false positive - see the section above.

  5. 5

    Launch Process Hacker

    Launch Process Hacker from the Start menu or desktop shortcut. Run as Administrator for full system access.

Alternative Downloads

Portable Version

Download the portable version that doesn't require installation. Extract and run directly.

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Previous Versions

Access previous stable releases and archived versions for compatibility or testing purposes.

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Next Steps After Download

Installation Guide

Follow our step-by-step installation guide to get Process Hacker up and running.

Explore Features

Learn about all the powerful features available in Process Hacker.

Need Help Getting Started?

Check out our guides and FAQ for installation help and troubleshooting

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