Client License Service (ClipSVC) (ClipSVC) startup type, default configuration, and information
Registry Name:
ClipSVC
Display Name:
Client License Service (ClipSVC)
Description:
Provides infrastructure support for the Microsoft Store. This service is started on demand and if disabled applications bought using Windows Store will not behave correctly.
For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status:
Stopped
Default Startup Type:
Manual (Trigger Start)
Learn more about the different startup types of Windows services in Microsoft Windows.
Image Path:
C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe -k wsappx -p
svchost.exe is a system process that hosts and manages Windows services running from DLL files rather than standalone executable files, allowing Windows to modularize and efficiently manage background tasks.
svchost.exe loads and runs Windows services, such as networking, Windows Update, audio, and many others. Multiple instances of svchost.exe can run simultaneously, each hosting different services. This helps with stability and security—if one service fails, it doesn't crash all services.
DLL File Path:
C:\WINDOWS\System32\ClipSVC.dll
Dependencies:
The service depends on the following system components to function properly:
System components that depend on this service to function properly:
- None
Log On As:
LocalSystem
Additional Information:
The Client License Service (ClipSVC) is a Windows service responsible for managing digital licenses and app activation for Microsoft Store applications and Windows itself. It handles the validation and enforcement of software licenses, ensuring compliance with Microsoft's terms of use. This service is particularly important for Windows 10/11 features like In-App Purchases, subscription-based apps, and certain DRM-protected content.
By default, ClipSVC runs automatically and operates in the background. Disabling it may cause issues with Store apps, license verification failures, or problems with Windows activation.
Windows Service Startup Type:
In Microsoft Windows, Windows services can be configured with different startup types that determine how and when they are started:
- Automatic: The service starts automatically when Windows boots.
- Automatic (Delayed Start): The service starts automatically after the system has finished booting and initial services have started, helping improve startup performance.
- Manual: The service does not start automatically. It must be started by a user or another process when needed.
- Manual (Trigger Start): The service starts manually or in response to specific system events (triggers), such as device insertion or network changes.
- Disabled: The service is prevented from starting, even if required by the system or an application.