Microsoft Edge Update Service (edgeupdatem) (edgeupdatem)
Registry Name
edgeupdatemDisplay Name
Microsoft Edge Update Service (edgeupdatem)Description
Keeps your Microsoft software up to date. If this service is disabled or stopped, your Microsoft software will not be kept up to date, meaning security vulnerabilities that may arise cannot be fixed and features may not work. This service uninstalls itself when there is no Microsoft software using it.For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status
StoppedDefault Startup Type
Manual (Delayed Start, Trigger Start)Image Path
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe" /medsvcDependencies
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
LocalSystemAdditional Information
The Microsoft Edge Update Service is responsible for keeping the Microsoft Edge web browser up to date. It checks for new updates regularly and downloads and installs them automatically. It is recommended that you keep the service enabled because it helps keep your Microsoft Edge browser secure and up-to-date.