devxlogo

How to Force Restart of the IIS Application Pool

If you want to let your web application restart your application pool, all you have to do is write a file to the IIS websites folder, which is typically c:inetpubwwwroot.

A file watcher on this folder restarts the application pool. It is advised that you don’t overuse this, as this will result in downtime for the end-user during the restart.

Charlie has over a decade of experience in website administration and technology management. As the site admin, he oversees all technical aspects of running a high-traffic online platform, ensuring optimal performance, security, and user experience.

About Our Editorial Process

At DevX, we’re dedicated to tech entrepreneurship. Our team closely follows industry shifts, new products, AI breakthroughs, technology trends, and funding announcements. Articles undergo thorough editing to ensure accuracy and clarity, reflecting DevX’s style and supporting entrepreneurs in the tech sphere.

See our full editorial policy.