Microsoft Edge Elevation Service (MicrosoftEdgeElevationService) (MicrosoftEdgeElevationService)
Registry Name
MicrosoftEdgeElevationServiceDisplay Name
Microsoft Edge Elevation Service (MicrosoftEdgeElevationService)Description
Keeps Microsoft Edge up to update. If this service is disabled, the application will not be kept up to date.For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status
StoppedDefault Startup Type
ManualImage Path
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\100.0.1185.36\elevation_service.exe"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
LocalSystemAdditional Information
The MicrosoftEdgeElevationService service is used to allow Microsoft Edge to perform administrative actions, such as installing updates and accessing protected files.
If the MicrosoftEdgeElevationService service is stopped, Microsoft Edge will not be able to perform these administrative actions. This could prevent Microsoft Edge from installing updates, accessing protected files, or running certain extensions. In general, it is not recommended to stop or disable the MicrosoftEdgeElevationService service.