How to Repair dpapisrv.dll? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

dpapisrv.dll file DPAPI Server. 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 dpapisrv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download dpapisrv.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix dpapisrv.dll errors

1 Information about dpapisrv.dll file
2 Errors related to dpapisrv.dll file
3 How to fix dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll

4.1 List of dpapisrv.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dpapisrv.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	DPAPI Server

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

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

Most common dpapisrv.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to dpapisrv.dll file. dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

dpapisrv.dll

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

Problems related to dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll errors in just few steps?

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

dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your dpapisrv.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 dpapisrv.dll

System Windows 10

File size 162304 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	5f7a53df8f664d7fbd6815833905bec8
	SHA1	3ac0620deb0ceb00ae01617489141c3cdf3571ed
	SHA256	5750582c0679532be4084eb9e0914c91e1082429c4ee793f767d2685f7e574f2
	CRC32	2f0fe0fc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapisrv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 147456 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	ac6dfddc48708e7bd013dd83d2bebf24
	SHA1	2641c458a9033c1d9c96932cca9fdff883c109c3
	SHA256	cb75e5d82c489f6ceedf65a859495ee704624befb1ba8e897b5ee84d6dd8b018
	CRC32	1501c0ca
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapisrv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 139264 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	7eda66e16fcf064a3491f01109180b65
	SHA1	5cf897c6484f5102f72d028794090d1fb2c30047
	SHA256	39becf70f64c07600af2a52695e87f2723f865ac470195ac0a22f2a8240048f7
	CRC32	c5daa3c2
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\