Download and Fix fhsvc.dll

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

fhsvc.dll file File History Service. 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 fhsvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download fhsvc.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

User popularity

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

4 Download fhsvc.dll

4.1 List of fhsvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	fhsvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	File History Service

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 fhsvc.dll file related problems

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

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

fhsvc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of fhsvc.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 fhsvc.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 fhsvc.dll

System Windows 10

File size 104448 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	9796625856c21da6bbad7f0585b54938
	SHA1	261cd8d4be8e102f460429fc7864ac3009575020
	SHA256	f414014fe03200fb7837339b489bb3c3a0e7e63ff6fc35a71ce22f88384547a2
	CRC32	c3753f3a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename fhsvc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 98304 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	aae290665721a1e9f17b4a286d05ee91
	SHA1	aa7d4ac38468ac618d1b81f9df6458828fe1bc5e
	SHA256	bea1ad60faa23a62dfda35a696686b0a30cde8a42ef2f0bde53d5985fc424db7
	CRC32	711ec023
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename fhsvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 95232 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	75846e35191416ef2ed3d9893cd9ebc7
	SHA1	022d19789e4aa620844b98c9c25bbacf6a789a3b
	SHA256	8a0cc5f537bc2c88ce7e5d1a63f9fb90102386050dd8a0d2d33c4dc8b20d71c5
	CRC32	58ff1ed6
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\