What does the launcher do exactly?
Posted: August 27th, 2025, 11:56 am
Because the launcher is an anti-cheat tool, we cannot reveal the exact mechanisms of how it works. However, we can guarantee that the launcher is purely used to catch cheaters and other rule breakers. Below are some frequently brought up concerns and their explanations.
Does the launcher run all the time?
No. The launcher only runs when you open it. Once you close it, it does nothing in the background.
Does the launcher look at my personal files?
No. It only interacts with files related to GTA:SA. Your documents, pictures, and other apps are never touched.
Does the launcher monitor my whole system?
No. It only monitors information associated with GTA:SA while the game is running. Outside of that, it doesn’t do anything.
Does the launcher send my personal data anywhere?
No. It does not collect or transmit private information from your computer.
Does the launcher change my PC settings?
No. It doesn’t modify your operating system, registry, or drivers.
Does the launcher install anything in the background?
The latest launcher runs the agent as a background process for performance reasons. It does not communicate with the internet, it just communicates with the launcher. It will start when you open the launcher and stop when you close the launcher.
How do I know you're telling the truth?
You don't have to take our word for it, you can verify all of this with tools like Process Monitor (from Microsoft Sysinternals) to monitor file activity and WireShark to monitor network activity.
Does the launcher run all the time?
No. The launcher only runs when you open it. Once you close it, it does nothing in the background.
Does the launcher look at my personal files?
No. It only interacts with files related to GTA:SA. Your documents, pictures, and other apps are never touched.
Does the launcher monitor my whole system?
No. It only monitors information associated with GTA:SA while the game is running. Outside of that, it doesn’t do anything.
Does the launcher send my personal data anywhere?
No. It does not collect or transmit private information from your computer.
Does the launcher change my PC settings?
No. It doesn’t modify your operating system, registry, or drivers.
Does the launcher install anything in the background?
The latest launcher runs the agent as a background process for performance reasons. It does not communicate with the internet, it just communicates with the launcher. It will start when you open the launcher and stop when you close the launcher.
How do I know you're telling the truth?
You don't have to take our word for it, you can verify all of this with tools like Process Monitor (from Microsoft Sysinternals) to monitor file activity and WireShark to monitor network activity.