How to Download and Fix gpapi.dll?

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

gpapi.dll file Group Policy Client API. 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 gpapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download gpapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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 gpapi.dll

4.1 List of gpapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	gpapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Group Policy Client API

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 gpapi.dll file related problems

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

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

gpapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of gpapi.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 111128 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c49dd99cc8133975b36f9e2dc0b01137
	SHA1	f5d8ec6448fb211b151e91408782aeac966f3652
	SHA256	760a18cea850f061e036932d484de6b888cd1637637a30524a403b6bb84f894f
	CRC32	3acbdd1b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename gpapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 115672 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	567f2da81ba96f89a231cfdaab382d98
	SHA1	5e26d7fcedb534b7747167520ff18467983a837e
	SHA256	825edcb9d328d3f65657bf515f157d4bf6e800214229c7809963455491f863d6
	CRC32	888916ad
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename gpapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 95232 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d97ed8735e58e646d64c96af1e2999db
	SHA1	3eea9b6cef4431b749831cf41ecd3fbce2c2abfd
	SHA256	ee2d85e77cab8a20198841c716e9538c803a78cc9560a096a0d9579dc099c213
	CRC32	39336ad9
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename gpapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 79872 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1097f3035baf46ced8b332b3564c5108
	SHA1	3ae31c89bca76bd44ec0dcbf00a0cc45bbce94e9
	SHA256	c69781683ca963a1335780dabbbc60e2c3cef0888738d3425d358d12e8d0af58
	CRC32	7eca6aca
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename gpapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 96768 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	9c9307c95671ac962f3d6eb3a4a89bae
	SHA1	6190ce7b101c5946b1d773245d286a1e592f5181
	SHA256	d1433791c9b8bceead8937ec18d33e89e4e2012b5975228a8500fd141bc30078
	CRC32	ff10383b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename gpapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 75264 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0f420e81062757ea8363cbacd4d40d6d
	SHA1	5c9c64c035dc0245e286a25d21a1ebdf86b91fe5
	SHA256	9fc3a7c512b065f18b520fe93b821717bb8b4c36bd976e8d014f71116073cf50
	CRC32	46ed466f
	Example file location	---

Filename gpapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 84480 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	899f834c330a96a80ec36daeda2ff018
	SHA1	c15c245f4da211fab1500e0a2e76acf7877b25e7
	SHA256	cf15bae99f68045b2d19328ed28c492b42b6ca99421da1ba4b54a996921518c6
	CRC32	43712b07
	Example file location	---