Runtime Broker Archives

Winsage

October 1, 2025

What Is Windows Runtime Broker? Here’s Why It’s Spiking Your CPU Usage

Windows security settings are designed to prevent unauthorized monitoring of user activities, with the Runtime Broker process verifying app permissions. It was introduced with Windows 8 and continues to function in Windows 11. Typically, Runtime Broker uses minimal system resources, but high usage may indicate app conflicts or bugs, potentially leading to performance issues. If Runtime Broker consumes excessive resources, users can close the process via Task Manager and restart their computer. If problems persist, they should check for app updates or uninstall the problematic app, as the Runtime Broker cannot be disabled or removed.

Winsage

March 24, 2025

What Is Runtime Broker On Your PC, And Is It Safe To Disable It?

The Runtime Broker is a core process in Windows that manages permissions for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps. It typically uses minimal CPU resources but can spike to around 30% when a UWP app is launched to verify permissions. High CPU usage may persist even after closing an app, which can often be resolved by ending the process in Task Manager. If issues recur with a specific app, users can either uninstall it or check for updates. Disabling the Runtime Broker is not recommended, as it may destabilize the system and compromise security. Users can verify the legitimacy of the Runtime Broker process by checking its file location in the C:WindowsSystem32 directory. If the location differs, it may indicate malware.