Operation Manual

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VeraCrypt Background Task
When the main VeraCrypt window is closed, the VeraCrypt Background Task takes care of the
following tasks/functions:
1. Hot keys
2. Auto-dismount (e.g., upon logoff, inadvertent host device removal, time-out, etc.)
3. Auto-mount of favorite volumes
4. Notifications (e.g., when damage to hidden volume is prevented)
5. Tray icon
WARNING: If neither the VeraCrypt Background Task nor VeraCrypt is running, the above-
mentioned tasks/functions are disabled.
The VeraCrypt Background Task is actually the VeraCrypt.exe application, which continues running
in the background after you close the main VeraCrypt window. Whether it is running or not can be
determined by looking at the system tray area. If you can see the VeraCrypt icon there, then the
VeraCrypt Background Task is running. You can click the icon to open the main VeraCrypt window.
Right-click on the icon opens a popup menu with various VeraCrypt-related functions.
You can shut down the Background Task at any time by right-clicking the VeraCrypt tray icon and
selecting Exit. If you need to disable the VeraCrypt Background Task completely and permanently,
select Settings -> Preferences and uncheck the option Enabled in the VeraCrypt Background Task
area of the Preferences dialog window.