goodsync.exe

What is goodsync.exe?

goodsync.exe is the primary executable for GoodSync, a cross-platform file synchronization and backup utility. It coordinates sync jobs between local folders, external drives, and cloud storage, monitoring for changes and triggering transfers according to user-defined profiles.

GoodSync uses a multi-threaded engine to compare source and destination trees, queue transfers, and resolve conflicts. It supports real-time, scheduled, and on-demand sync with per-job rules and robust error handling.

Types of GoodSync Processes

• Main GUI Process: User interface and control panel (1 instance)
• Worker Process: Per-sync job worker handling file comparisons and transfers
• Scheduler Service: Schedules and triggers automated sync tasks
• Cloud Connector Process: Handles cloud service connections (e.g., Dropbox, Google Drive)
• Background Sync Daemon: Runs in background to monitor folders when configured
• Conflict Resolver: Deals with file conflicts and versioning for synced items

Is goodsync.exe Safe?

Yes, goodsync.exe is safe when it's the legitimate file from GPSoftware downloaded from official sources.

Is goodsync.exe a Virus or Malware?

The real goodsync.exe is NOT a virus. However, malware sometimes disguises itself using similar names to trick users.

How to Tell if goodsync.exe is Legitimate or Malware

1. File Location: Must be in C:\Program Files\GPSoftware\GoodSync\Goodsync.exe or C:\Program Files (x86)\GPSoftware\GoodSync\Goodsync.exe. Any goodsync.exe elsewhere is suspicious.
2. Digital Signature: Right-click Goodsync.exe → Properties → Digital Signatures → Details should show signer as 'GPSoftware' or 'Siber Systems, Inc.'.
3. Resource Usage: Normal usage is 1-8% CPU per core, 60-260 MB memory. Extremely high usage when idle is suspicious.
4. Behavior: Goodsync.exe should run primarily when sync tasks are active. Continuous background activity with no configured jobs warrants an audit.

Why Is goodsync.exe Running on My PC?

goodsync.exe runs when you have GoodSync installed and you have configured sync jobs, schedules, or background monitoring enabled.

Reasons it's running:

• Active Sync Jobs: You're actively syncing folders; each job may spawn its own worker process to handle transfers.
• Background Sync Enabled: GoodSync is configured to monitor folders and run in the background to catch changes without user input.
• Scheduled Tasks: Windows Task Scheduler or GoodSync's internal scheduler triggers periodic sync operations.
• Cloud Service Sync: Sync tasks that connect to cloud storage (OneDrive, Google Drive, etc.) keep goodsync.exe active to maintain up-to-date copies.
• Post-Sync Verification: After a batch completes, the process may stay briefly to finalize metadata and sanity-check results.

Can I Disable or Remove goodsync.exe?

Yes, you can disable goodsync.exe. It is safe to stop GoodSync tasks when not needed, and you can uninstall GoodSync if you prefer another solution.

How to Stop goodsync.exe

• Pause Active Jobs: In the GoodSync UI, pause or stop active sync jobs to reduce activity.
• Close GoodSync: Exit the GoodSync application via the system tray or File → Exit.
• Disable Startup: Open Task Scheduler (C:\Windows\System32\taskschd.msc) and disable any GoodSync startup tasks.
• Stop Background Sync: In GoodSync settings, System → Disable 'Continue running background apps when GoodSync is closed' or similar option.
• End Processes: Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc), locate goodsync.exe, and End Task.

How to Uninstall GoodSync

• ✔ Windows Settings → Apps → Apps & Features → GoodSync → Uninstall
• ✔ Control Panel → Programs → Uninstall a program → GoodSync → Uninstall
• ✔ Consider alternative sync tools if required: rsync, FreeFileSync, Syncthing

Common Problems: High CPU or Memory Usage

If goodsync.exe is consuming excessive resources:

Common Causes & Solutions

• Too Many Active Sync Jobs: Limit the number of simultaneous jobs or schedule them to run sequentially.
• Large File Sets: Exclude very large folders or use file filters within each job.
• Cloud Connectors: Disconnect or refresh cloud connections; ensure credentials are valid and tokens aren't expired.
• Outdated Software: Update GoodSync to the latest version from the official site.
• Antivirus Interference: Add GoodSync to antivirus exclusions and run a malware scan to rule out false positives.
• Disk Space or I/O Bottlenecks: Ensure destination drives have sufficient free space and check for slow disks or high I/O contention.

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