Download and Fix MPSSVC.dll

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

MPSSVC.dll file Microsoft Protection 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 MPSSVC.dll related errors on your device. You can also download MPSSVC.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 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 MPSSVC.dll

4.1 List of MPSSVC.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MPSSVC.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Protection Service

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 MPSSVC.dll file related problems

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

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

MPSSVC.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of MPSSVC.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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 771584 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	afe350d2c408c644fdf98e6e6480856d
	SHA1	352e2d30a235049fdce6072705c9d77a1a164edf
	SHA256	3040fe9777c00cbec6c07bac1036a704c6495865fc74a09459a6189358a49c2b
	CRC32	e20f2d26
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MPSSVC.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 665088 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	940208a442e8d5ea739cbfa309b2a655
	SHA1	ba7435e87ad9d089f4dc3ba12298d51879ed6f71
	SHA256	867ba013de08a65bb7cd06f7bd42e6d2e8058dac728b1e6b7506bf1187b8749f
	CRC32	5826c1d8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MPSSVC.dll

System Windows 8

File size 699392 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	0d99c0e7582a42afee071a8558520155
	SHA1	05bacd29c8fe792e6d0fee3508eb6a1479353660
	SHA256	c6fb60bd52e04c47a2c31a604ec503c175884638a197dcb7cf0a1ee9be2d4445
	CRC32	391c7eb0
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MPSSVC.dll

System Windows 7

File size 828416 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	54ffc9c8898113ace189d4aa7199d2c1
	SHA1	410030adf5a91c413ad699c5aa72aab441fb08f8
	SHA256	65f585c87f3f710fd5793fdfa96b740ad8d4317b0c120f4435ccf777300ea4f2
	CRC32	13a378ca
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MPSSVC.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 603136 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	897e3baf68ba406a61682ae39c83900c
	SHA1	340d46fd9cf27eaafeac6151c3fdd24c9fd1301c
	SHA256	13f61d5c22bed061be7c2669cccaa2bad4a0ce83800df57a50306de0a476fc27
	CRC32	9c061ac0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\