MSECache folder
Path pattern: */Program Files/MSECache
CautionApp Data
Microsoft Security Essentials installation cache for component repair, updates, or removal.
At a glance
- Safe to delete?
- Caution
Some contents matter. Check what is inside before deleting.
- Move to another drive?
- Recommended
It can be moved to another drive, with a junction left at the original path.
Why
Android emulator files and virtual machines can be large, making them worthwhile to relocate.
- Category
- App Data
- Source
- Written with AI assistance. Double-check before deleting anything important.
- Last updated
Part of it can go — check before you delete
Some contents of this folder are safe to remove, and some are not. AiCleanDisk Pro's AI analysis rates each subfolder and explains what it is, so you know what to keep. Anything you clean goes to the Recycle Bin, so it can be recovered.
Can I move it to another drive?
Yes, this folder is a good candidate to move to another drive.
Folder migration and AI analysis on non-system drives are Pro features.