Should I remove Zscaler?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
5% remove it95% keep it
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How common is it?
Reach 0.0004%
Versions
Version | Distribution |
1.5.2.5 |
14.29% |
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1.3.1.0 |
14.29% |
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1.2.4.000030 |
14.29% |
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1.2.3.000005 |
28.57% |
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1.2.2.000004 |
14.29% |
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1.2.1.000015 |
14.29% |
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Zscaler
by Zscaler Inc.
Overview
Zscaler is a software program developed by Zscaler. The most common release is 1.2.3.000005, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. Upon being installed, the software adds a Windows Service which is designed to run continuously in the background. Manually stopping the service has been seen to cause the program to stop functing properly. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The setup package generally installs about 35 files and is usually about 41.35 MB (43,356,984 bytes). The installed file ZSAUpdater.exe is the auto-update component of the program which is designed to check for software updates and notify and apply them when new versions are discovered. Relative to the overall usage of users who have this installed on their PCs, most are running Windows 10 and Windows 7 (SP1). While about 81% of users of Zscaler come from the United States, it is also popular in United Kingdom and Netherlands.
Program details
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Zscaler
Uninstaller: C:\Program Files\Zscaler\ZSAInstaller\uninstall.exe
Estimated size: 41.35 MB
Files installed by Zscaler
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ZSAAuth.dll - Zscaler App (Authentication module of Zscaler App)
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ZSALogger.dll - Logging module of Zscaler App
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uninstall.exe - Zscaler
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ZSAHelper.exe - Zscaler App
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ZSAService.exe
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ZSATunnel.exe - ZscalerTunnel
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ZSAUpdater.exe - ZscalerUpdater
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zscalerappupdater.exe
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Zscaler-windows-1.2.0.000316-installer.exe
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Zscaler-windows-1.2.1.000015-installer.exe
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Zscaler-windows-1.2.2.000004-installer.exe
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Zscaler-windows-1.2.3.000005-installer.exe
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Zscaler-windows-1.5.2.5-installer.exe
Behaviors exhibited
3 Services
- ZSAService.exe runs as a service named 'ZSAService' (ZSAService) "ZSAService".
- ZSAUpdater.exe runs as a service named 'ZSAUpdater' (ZSAUpdater) "ZSAUpdater".
- ZSATunnel.exe runs as a service named 'ZSATunnel' (ZSATunnel) "ZSATunnel".
How do I remove Zscaler?
You can uninstall Zscaler from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Zscaler, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Zscaler.
OS VERSIONS
Win 10 71%
Win 7 (SP1) 29%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 5%
Keep it 95%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 10 |
71.43% |
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Windows 7 |
28.57% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 10 Enterprise |
42.86% |
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Windows 10 Pro |
28.57% |
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Windows 7 Enterprise |
14.29% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
14.29% |
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Geography
81.25% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
81.25% |
United Kingdom |
12.50% |
Netherlands |
6.25% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Hewlett-Packard |
42.86% |
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Lenovo |
42.86% |
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Medion |
14.29% |
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Common models |
MEDIONPC MS-7366 |
16.67% |
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LENOVO 2349FE6 |
16.67% |
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LENOVO 20AWS08F0B |
16.67% |
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LENOVO 10MLS05F0P |
16.67% |
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HP HP ZBook 15 G3 |
16.67% |
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HP HP EliteBook 820 G4 |
16.67% |
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