Is Overwolf safe to use?

For gamers, Overwolf provides safety by vouching for apps. Apps published on Overwolf have been manually tested for quality, malware and performance. We also make sure all apps comply with the game developer's terms - so you know you're safe from bans.
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Is Overwolf bloatware?

People are upset because overwolf is essentially bloatware. WildCard also mentioned ASA would be using mod.io, then without warning, switched to overwolf (probably because of money). This means no more Steam workshop. Its additional clutter, not to mention overwolf app has ads.
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What is Overwolf and why is it on my PC?

An Overwolf app is a program designed to enhance the gaming experience by providing additional features and functionality in one or more games. These apps can include things like in-game overlays, recording and sharing functions, voice communication tools, and game-specific tools and statistics.
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Why do people use Overwolf?

With Overwolf, gamers improve their gaming experience with in-game app overlays and mods for over 1,500 popular games. These apps enable everything from streaming gameplay with chat and events, in-game guides, esports tournaments, stats, analytics, replays and highlights and much more.
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Is Overwolf an Israeli company?

Overwolf, a private Israeli startup, was founded in 2010 in Israel.
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Does Overwolf sell data?

Overwolf will never share your private data (like email, username etc.) with any other company.
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What information does Overwolf collect?

Information we collect

Analytical information used to improve and customize the Services for you, such as information regarding how you use Overwolf and apps, and what games you play. You can opt out of this via Overwolf settings.
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Does Overwolf slow down your computer?

If you're using any Overwolf apps that capture videos of your gameplay, it's possible that the capturing process is causing performance issues. The process of capturing videos of your gameplay uses different system resources; RAM, CPU and GPU. These same resources are also responsible for running your game.
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Does Overwolf record your screen?

Overwolf's Game Capture app lets you record in-game and desktop footage easily and with great results.
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What happens if I delete Overwolf?

Uninstalling Overwolf will also delete the app info such as settings or recordings made with Overwolf apps.
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How do I get rid of Overwolf?

Press 'Start' Click on 'Control Panel' Look for 'Programs and Features' Find 'Overwolf' and remove/uninstall it.
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How do I quit Overwolf?

Right-click the Overwolf tray icon, go to "Settings" → "Privacy" → "Account Privacy Preferences". Hit the “Delete account” button, confirm the action and you will be automatically logged out.
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Is Overwolf and CurseForge the same?

Overwolf Ltd., a company organized under the laws of the State of Israel ("Overwolf") is the owner of CurseForge (CF) and Eternal ("Eternal"), an innovative game modding platform allowing for the creation of third party game related content for the use and enjoyment of the gaming community (the "Platform").
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Is Overwolf malware?

Apps published on Overwolf have been manually tested for quality, malware and performance. We also make sure all apps comply with the game developer's terms - so you know you're safe from bans.
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Why don t people trust Overwolf?

Overwolf installs malware/spyware on your computer!
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Does Overwolf cause crashes?

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Does Overwolf read memory?

1 Answer. Overwolf does this by monitoring the memory. Generally speaking, it needs to first obtain the base address of the process module in memory, and then obtain the offset of specific data.
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What is Overwolf on Windows?

Overwolf is a platform that allows gamers to create and use in-game apps. These apps can provide a variety of features, such as live game stats, video recor...
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Can you get banned for using Overwolf?

We're here to put your mind at ease: Overwolf itself and any of its official apps will NOT get you banned. We are working closely with game publishe... If you'd like to change what data you share with us and how it is being used, you have options!
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How do I stop Overwolf from using my GPU?

All you need to do is:
  1. Open Overwolf's Settings window.
  2. Go to 'General'
  3. Toggle the 'Hardware Acceleration' option off.
  4. Restart Overwolf in order for the change to take effect.
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Why is Overwolf stuttering?

If you're experiencing stuttering (frame loss) in your captured videos, unsynced audio and video, videos freezing on one frame, or no video capturing at all your graphics card's drivers may be out of date.
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How many people use Overwolf?

With over 165,000 creators and 41 million monthly active users, Overwolf leads an in-game user-generated content (UGC) ecosystem that provides the creation tools and resources required to make unique gaming experiences for top triple-A titles.
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What is Overwolf doing?

Overwolf is the world's leading in-game UGC ecosystem

We empower over 165K in-game creators to turn their passion into a real profession - giving them everything they need to create unique gaming experiences for top AAA titles.
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Can you get Overwolf apps without Overwolf?

Ignore the "recommendation" and download the standalone version if you only want to manage addons without all the extra Overwolf functionality. Once actually installed, the app is very straightforward and works much like you'd expect - updating addons without Overwolf's overlay or other frills.
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