programdata

noun
UK /ˈprəʊ.ɡræm.deɪ.tə/
US /ˈproʊ.ɡræm.deɪ.tə/

Information that a computer program keeps and uses.

The game saves your score in its programdata folder.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A hidden folder in Windows where programs store their settings and files.

You can find the app's settings in the ProgramData folder on the C drive.

3. Data created or managed by a program rather than by a person.

The backup tool copies programdata automatically each night.

4. The collection of files a piece of software needs to run correctly.

Deleting the programdata may reset the application to its default state.