Fix NAPCRYPT.DLL Errors

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

NAPCRYPT.DLL file NAP Cryptographic API helper. 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 NAPCRYPT.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download NAPCRYPT.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

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Fix NAPCRYPT.DLL errors

1 Information about NAPCRYPT.DLL file
2 Errors related to NAPCRYPT.DLL file
3 How to fix NAPCRYPT.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 NAPCRYPT.DLL

4.1 List of NAPCRYPT.DLL file versions

File info

General information
Filename	NAPCRYPT.DLL
File extension	DLL
Description	NAP Cryptographic API helper

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 NAPCRYPT.DLL file related problems

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

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

NAPCRYPT.DLL

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

Problems related to NAPCRYPT.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 NAPCRYPT.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 NAPCRYPT.DLL errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace NAPCRYPT.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 NAPCRYPT.DLL file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your NAPCRYPT.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 NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows 10

File size 45056 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	f8e747544f73a8ddf11e15d0ea805232
	SHA1	e1be851094d0b16ed35814cf77ec6ded4b4f7d63
	SHA256	3367eae20df334bc3ac833c0316089327762105af50fe0e8a51b805bf5127ab9
	CRC32	d53608e6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows 8.1

File size 47104 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	673ab2830e5221381f95c4cef395a9c6
	SHA1	1324ce9fae96f3621116766adbcde9465e32cd24
	SHA256	5ecf3833cec2577d7ea14af6dd81ff42d8b15ad31f1958f600e3eae4a1e9074c
	CRC32	10b463a7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows 8

File size 46592 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5e324b853a6df51107fe6abab01a79e0
	SHA1	079449c362e5eaac5a985f04724b55feb8ca0b1b
	SHA256	595cdfcaed314a8bcc72d41e0ff801b1eb5977adf986fb13abaf450110d20fce
	CRC32	d03abb15
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows 7

File size 46080 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	93c4029dabc19166076be347283ab969
	SHA1	8bfe1ae0a7ee85e2a7dbd902cbc92f8382b44d14
	SHA256	4aa78dc9632474dd0b987a5332269665fe56a1de28c2873e9b8d09548da19299
	CRC32	247d2432
	Example file location	---

Filename NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows 7

File size 50176 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e0773633e4193b183fb396192581bd86
	SHA1	4f74908dfc14b72af6f9b05e9b2afa9e557f5f8d
	SHA256	44522b081f404e18ac13477c2727628de9d3fdc6e7bf7dc944ee0baa9d5948d6
	CRC32	6559dc1b
	Example file location	---

Filename NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows Vista

File size 46080 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	18a24d038910fb55ac04edc30b95bec3
	SHA1	b70229efa308b6e94071e69ca7b3a3c9088384fc
	SHA256	0dd4aa80e11d6c9c253047c7a19547940ee1a6e1c76fcdc124428236a655185b
	CRC32	66398b67
	Example file location	---

Filename NAPCRYPT.DLL

System Windows Vista

File size 49664 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	93ffcfb7cf2d044b785f61e4862993db
	SHA1	a2b31782f975e53079ee62490427cba5ad88056d
	SHA256	230237e1b813f1f914811b208ffff08d1e42413e506ec39c93d46b74889b72ef
	CRC32	527c716f
	Example file location	---