Fix cryptsvc.dll Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing cryptsvc.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent cryptsvc.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

cryptsvc.dll file Cryptographic Services. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of cryptsvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download cryptsvc.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

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Fix cryptsvc.dll errors

1 Information about cryptsvc.dll file
2 Errors related to cryptsvc.dll file
3 How to fix cryptsvc.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download cryptsvc.dll

4.1 List of cryptsvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	cryptsvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Cryptographic Services

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common cryptsvc.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to cryptsvc.dll file. cryptsvc.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to cryptsvc.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

cryptsvc.dll is corrupted
cryptsvc.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - cryptsvc.dll
cryptsvc.dll file error
cryptsvc.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register cryptsvc.dll file:
cryptsvc.dll file could not be loaded
cryptsvc.dll file doesn't exist

cryptsvc.dll

Application could not be started because cryptsvc.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to cryptsvc.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing cryptsvc.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix cryptsvc.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

cryptsvc.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with cryptsvc.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to cryptsvc.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of cryptsvc.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to cryptsvc.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the cryptsvc.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the cryptsvc.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the cryptsvc.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace cryptsvc.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace cryptsvc.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded cryptsvc.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of cryptsvc.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your cryptsvc.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows 10

File size 76288 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0d07554863af7395e17e0e36e9d439d9
	SHA1	ab952142d4f34331adc4fe2d389250c849f73f54
	SHA256	6ad4eb36c9bc9a70078cbdae3af1a393e02a9cfe0b96727579b5104800c9fcc9
	CRC32	17d76d71
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 65536 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d1f1b56b11fa7104d7ac865d7ded97c8
	SHA1	2a3d344a72f2bd8bbf802b0695f2a431bc40a690
	SHA256	76414c8d9a86d4471430b7eea28c339f5bb0c63ac7c0d44fcadaa22b1295db36
	CRC32	6132527e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 51712 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	42eae3259f8f39c7e22d0f385dbfada9
	SHA1	4beb2bef5ed73feeb46a0d0bc47127c514a6d024
	SHA256	953978fbb9848a1bebe318fe3da4939f6cf7b9001fc780aa83b64f86de91b7d7
	CRC32	9154850a
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 177152 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	15597883fbe9b056f276ada3ad87d9af
	SHA1	53cf54713b4edeba3e317711e6a0157725f66e81
	SHA256	b347e0b11228e38313c59c8ed984253a8a1ff482ed137cf5f488c4afd6b08857
	CRC32	31db95db
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 136192 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a585bebf7d054bd9618eda0922d5484a
	SHA1	ca1aa22bc8a58602064b818580cb1a571e006b6f
	SHA256	340df730e88f8b6a4ef542f620eba2a720546afab4dffa00f066b7610a1026c5
	CRC32	3c8054a1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 166912 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	18918613e63f387cde4d95ca7d49dcf7
	SHA1	b1e1780f818be2a2d0629980cd40c4641a71df0e
	SHA256	ae2e35b183e4d517b6ce4e83b850b892e852a2e96d2488254675ec416ea57f75
	CRC32	9cf69a29
	Example file location	---

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 129024 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	fb27772beaf8e1d28ccd825c09da939b
	SHA1	0a68792f7d04eb3c3760fb59e370514b10ea288b
	SHA256	d074a314fb3e6b2248f2db0a734b98a110f618804449e055b4178bf414826982
	CRC32	ef682d08
	Example file location	---

Filename cryptsvc.dll

System Windows XP

File size 62464 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	3d4e199942e29207970e04315d02ad3b
	SHA1	592be5153e92d5f398ffad0e76cc23234e521d08
	SHA256	0825960894cf9c86cc8775bdd2a262948a09ca495aa7fe9f210faf49e7086383
	CRC32	318d49e2
	Example file location	---