ole32.dll Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing ole32.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 ole32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

ole32.dll file Microsoft OLE for Windows. 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 ole32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download ole32.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP 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, Windows XP

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 ole32.dll

4.1 List of ole32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ole32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft OLE for Windows

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 ole32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to ole32.dll file. ole32.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 ole32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

ole32.dll is corrupted
ole32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - ole32.dll
ole32.dll file error
ole32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register ole32.dll file:
ole32.dll file could not be loaded
ole32.dll file doesn't exist

ole32.dll

Application could not be started because ole32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to ole32.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 ole32.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 ole32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

ole32.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 ole32.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 ole32.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 ole32.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 ole32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the ole32.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 ole32.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 ole32.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 ole32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace ole32.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 ole32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of ole32.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 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your ole32.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 ole32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 984512 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	96a4c35d72f19d44dd83ab33e65742dc
	SHA1	1406dcbffa49670d2026d6d0b7713528e3d0902f
	SHA256	b4130548c34cd8d8dde5733ca0e281e09a48aa1eafa23eacc25f4f5ef2c7d191
	CRC32	91d372ba
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1209624 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	074d700a200508287a6e697f7056af8d
	SHA1	cee5d5ca9e69936ba0359f152b8740fec926f154
	SHA256	939b9a7474acd6bf17c0dd385ad4ad2ca127b39b8d922b98fee3aed2d8c805ef
	CRC32	90dc8785
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1150168 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d141284e5c4c9c17e8711c8c1c3595f6
	SHA1	c0d276d47f9423bbcaab819ae026719ac65723f8
	SHA256	3cf63ae8ceeb650d4f746a19ceb181177f4e1bf2e868cc380d09964d0352c8b1
	CRC32	6faa2c68
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2086912 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6c60b5aca7442efb794082cdacfc001c
	SHA1	aae17944782b25f41f7b3a756532b4923f4ae817
	SHA256	fc1d9124856a70ff232ef3057d66bee803295847624ce23b4d0217f23af52c75
	CRC32	be3fdb03
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1414144 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	928cf7268086631f54c3d8e17238c6dd
	SHA1	a80bcd38123c3e8ed3182925757dcb99841ca96c
	SHA256	f058fafb04e7ebd5cade9b48195b7aa7c3508f332a89f5e6e5f3f071e8cadd4a
	CRC32	8210ec07
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1915392 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	19915db5b186d91cd4b459210c41741b
	SHA1	bbdc70b544ec58e1c6e55aa54d44f7e4bb8d8672
	SHA256	3189cebf8ec1805a7f2fe90728f12eaa2497933078debe245bb0311d36db4995
	CRC32	ddc43431
	Example file location	---

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1316864 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c50a0ab19094bc362fba69e105ebccfd
	SHA1	3ae31b6b6fdf84feb41ef379d6843a52bdfab34b
	SHA256	674aaf66596d4f3564a82184ad98195ae4edd2c05b2e575c3b1bc679419653ff
	CRC32	8264acf5
	Example file location	---

Filename ole32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 1287168 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	ecce74bc6168375016450a86a164d976
	SHA1	c7753525d5276ab92a01a8a3c39cfb5269da7f98
	SHA256	b7ac6f4d77a44d4611843457744b1d98f0f96dda6fd0473339eb2e47052f69a0
	CRC32	a443d752
	Example file location	---