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Fix keepaliveprovider.dll Errors

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

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

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename keepaliveprovider.dll
File extension DLL
Description Keep alive provider API
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.)
keepaliveprovider.dll

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

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

keepaliveprovider.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to keepaliveprovider.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 keepaliveprovider.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.

keepaliveprovider.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with keepaliveprovider.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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 keepaliveprovider.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

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 keepaliveprovider.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the keepaliveprovider.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the keepaliveprovider.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 keepaliveprovider.dll file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of keepaliveprovider.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 keepaliveprovider.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 keepaliveprovider.dll
System Windows 10
File size 71168 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 e022d3d808e7c9a82fc02f2465b36491
SHA1 7ebfa5c6022f98161d09faea4d72c81fd7161ac3
SHA256 a6bf2c7914b209d1aa65cd79739cf7080fe4fe75a0a3f573750fa78b8367fdf5
CRC32 d697b560
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename keepaliveprovider.dll
System Windows 8.1
File size 11776 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 d755ceaf35ee4d34978de25d4243a101
SHA1 b8c5d50c89145470395be6468dd2b7c1328f02ef
SHA256 2c99a8659ffd81a9399de6dc542e0158a2113c1ea8e61691e4dd2a7bcaddd84e
CRC32 dc4a2e45
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename keepaliveprovider.dll
System Windows 8
File size 12288 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 b2d8cdb138315a1df35efcce82111d2b
SHA1 c0783dbcc08ed6b0d376c5cc08dd3202fa28ad51
SHA256 07a88ac7294ee341e6fc6302d67db97646f9a7d6edeec0e54b76c93994fabdc5
CRC32 5cf59d37
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\