Is it a Virus?
✔ NO - Safe
Must be located in C:\Program Files\JetBrains\GoLand 2025.3\bin\GoLandCrashReporter64.exe
Warning
Multiple events during a crash
Crash reporter may spawn additional helper processes to collect data and upload reports.
Can I Disable?
✔ YES
Disable via GoLand settings or end the process in Task Manager if needed.
What is GoLandCrashReporter64.exe?
goland-crash-reporter is the crash reporting helper for JetBrains GoLand. It runs alongside the IDE to capture crash dumps, stack traces, and environmental data when GoLand encounters an error, and can optionally send these reports to JetBrains to help improve stability.
GoLandCrashReporter64.exe operates as a lightweight companion process that isolates crash data collection from the main IDE process, ensuring crashes do not corrupt the IDE. It formats data and can transmit anonymized reports to JetBrains when enabled.
Quick Fact: GoLand’s crash reporter is designed to minimize impact: it activates only on crashes or when telemetry is enabled, and runs as a separate process to preserve IDE responsiveness.
Types of GoLand Crash Reporter Processes
- Main Reporter Process: Core component that collects crash data when GoLand crashes
- Uploader Process: Handles transmission of crash reports to JetBrains servers
- Telemetry Listener: Listens for optional telemetry events related to crashes and performance
Is goland-crash-reporter Safe?
Yes, goland-crash-reporter is safe when it is the legitimate file from JetBrains located in the GoLand installation directory and started by the IDE or Windows service.
Is goland-crash-reporter a Virus or Malware?
The genuine goland-crash-reporter is NOT a virus. If the file is missing its JetBrains signature or located outside typical GoLand install paths, investigate.
How to Tell if goland-crash-reporter is Legitimate or Malware
- File Location:: Must be in
C:\Program Files\JetBrains\GoLand 2025.3\bin\GoLandCrashReporter64.exe or alongside the GoLand binaries. Any GoLandCrashReporter64.exe elsewhere is suspicious.
- Digital Signature:: Right-click the file in Explorer → Properties → Digital Signatures. Should show "JetBrains s.r.o." as the signer.
- Resource Usage:: Normal usage is 0.5-3% CPU and 40-120 MB memory. Consistently high usage when GoLand is idle is suspicious.
- Behavior:: The reporter should not present any UI by itself; it should only operate when a crash occurs or when telemetry is explicitly enabled.
Red Flags: If goland-crash-reporter is located in unusual folders (Temp, AppData, System32) or lacks a valid JetBrains signature, scan with a trusted antivirus and verify the installation source.
Why Is goland-crash-reporter Running on My PC?
The crash reporter runs to collect data when GoLand crashes, or to monitor and optionally send telemetry related to stability and performance. It operates to minimize user disruption.
Reasons it's running:
- Active GoLand Session: If GoLand is open or recently crashed, the reporter prepares to capture data and create a crash dump.
- Background Telemetry Enabled: If data sharing or crash telemetry is enabled, the reporter may run to collect and prepare reports.
- Recent Crash Occurred: A crash detected by the IDE triggers the reporter to generate a report for upload.
- Background Data Collection: The reporter may stay resident to handle subsequent crash events or retries in the background.
- Startup or Auto-Launch: GoLand or Windows startup scripts may launch the reporter to ensure crashes are captured even if the IDE restarts.
Can I Disable or Remove goland-crash-reporter?
Yes, you can disable goland-crash-reporter. You can turn off crash reporting in GoLand settings and stop the process from running in Task Manager if needed.
How to Stop goland-crash-reporter
- End Reporter Process: Open Windows Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) → find GoLandCrashReporter64.exe → End Task
- Disable Crash Reporting in GoLand: Go to File | Settings | Appearance & Behavior | System Settings | Data Sharing and disable automatic crash report sending
- Prevent Startup: Task Manager → Startup tab → Disable any GoLand-related entries that launch the reporter
- Stop Telemetry: In GoLand, disable any telemetry options under Settings → Appearance & Behavior → Telemetry
- Uninstall GoLand (if needed): Windows Settings → Apps → GoLand → Uninstall (note: this removes the IDE, not just the reporter)
How to Uninstall GoLand and Its Crash Reporter
- ✔ Windows Settings → Apps → Apps & Features → GoLand → Uninstall
- ✔ Control Panel → Programs → Uninstall a program → GoLand → Uninstall
- ✔ If you only want to remove the crash reporter, ensure you remove the entire GoLand installation or manually delete the GoLandCrashReporter64.exe from the bin directory
Common Problems: High CPU or Memory Usage for goland-crash-reporter
If goland-crash-reporter is consuming excessive resources or behaving oddly:
Common Causes & Solutions
- Crash Reporter Active After Crash: Restart GoLand and your system to ensure stale reporter processes terminate properly.
- Telemetry Enabled: In GoLand settings, reduce telemetry or disable data sharing to minimize background activity.
- Multiple Reporter Instances: End all GoLandCrashReporter64.exe processes in Task Manager and restart the IDE.
- Outdated GoLand Version: Update GoLand to the latest version which includes fixes for crash reporting components.
- Corrupted Installer: Repair or reinstall GoLand from the official JetBrains installer to restore the crash reporter component.
- Background Data Sync: Disable or limit background crash data syncing in GoLand settings to reduce resource usage.
Quick Fixes:
1. Quick Fixes:
2. 1. Open GoLand Task Manager (Shift+Esc) to identify active reporter-related processes
3. Restart GoLand and, if needed, the entire system
4. Disable crash reporting in Settings → Data Sharing
5. Update GoLand to the latest version
6. If issues persist, run a repair or reinstall GoLand from JetBrains' installer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is goland-crash-reporter safe?
Yes. It is JetBrains' crash reporting helper for GoLand and should reside in the GoLand installation folder with a valid JetBrains signature. Verify path: C:\Program Files\JetBrains\GoLand 2025.3\bin\GoLandCrashReporter64.exe.
Why is goland-crash-reporter running if I haven't crashed GoLand?
It can be active if crash reporting or telemetry is enabled, or if a crash occurred recently and data is being prepared or retried for upload.
Can I disable goland-crash-reporter permanently?
You can disable crash reporting via GoLand settings and stop the process in Task Manager. You can also disable startup launch and data sharing to minimize activity.
Where does the crash data go?
When enabled, crash data is sent to JetBrains servers to help improve GoLand. You can disable data sharing in GoLand settings to prevent uploads.
How do I reduce the impact of the crash reporter on performance?
Disable automatic crash reporting, reduce telemetry, and ensure GoLand is up to date. Restart the IDE and avoid keeping multiple reporter processes open concurrently.
Is my GoLand crash data private?
JetBrains emphasizes non-personalized crash data. You can disable data sharing to keep crash reports from being uploaded, preserving privacy.