If you are using Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus, you may have noticed a file called OCHelper.dll in your system. What is this file and what does it do? Is it safe to keep or should you remove it? In this blog post, we will answer these questions and more.
What is OCHelper.dll?
OCHelper.dll is a dynamic link library file that is part of the Office Click-to-Run (C2R) Client, which is a component of Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus. The C2R Client is responsible for downloading, installing, updating, and repairing Office products from the cloud. OCHelper.dll is one of the files that helps the C2R Client perform these tasks.
Should I Remove OCHelper.dll?
The short answer is no, you should not remove OCHelper.dll from your system. This file is essential for the proper functioning of the C2R Client and therefore of your Office products. Removing or deleting this file may cause errors or problems with your Office applications. You may also lose some features or functionality that depend on the C2R Client.
Is OCHelper.dll malware?
The genuine OCHelper.dll file is not malware and does not pose any threat to your system. However, some malware may disguise themselves as OCHelper.dll or other files related to the C2R Client. To make sure that you have the authentic OCHelper.dll file, you can check its location and properties.
The genuine OCHelper.dll file is located in C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ClickToRun. You can also right-click on the file and select Properties to view its details. The original OCHelper.dll file should have the following attributes:
- File size: 1,016 KB
- File version: 16.0.x.x (depending on your Office version)
- Product name: Microsoft Office
- Product version: 16.0.x.x (depending on your Office version)
- Company name: Microsoft Corporation
- Digital signature: Yes
If you find a file with a different location, size, version, product name, company name, or digital signature, it may be a malicious file and you should scan your system with Malwarebytes Free.
Conclusion
OCHelper.dll is a legitimate file that belongs to the Office C2R Client, which is a component of Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus. This file is important for the smooth operation of your Office products and you should not remove it from your system. However, you should also be aware of the possibility of malware masquerading as OCHelper.dll or other files related to the C2R Client. To verify the authenticity of this file, you can check its location and properties and compare them with the information provided in this blog post.
