PCPKsp.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

PCPKsp.dll file Microsoft Platform Key Storage Provider for Platform Crypto Provider. 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 PCPKsp.dll related errors on your device. You can also download PCPKsp.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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 PCPKsp.dll

4.1 List of PCPKsp.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	PCPKsp.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Platform Key Storage Provider for Platform Crypto Provider

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 PCPKsp.dll file related problems

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

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

PCPKsp.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of PCPKsp.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 PCPKsp.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 PCPKsp.dll

System Windows 10

File size 587776 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	59175c985e0934b88736904eed10f002
	SHA1	6ae852f934c4ac34a5ace1feddaf1f0e124d022e
	SHA256	2f70e2cd554d05bad6b052c0b93188f64ba9e30678aa848ca5acfde6ddf7b51f
	CRC32	2b75c019
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PCPKsp.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 53248 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	50abab02ef51445c322659e4d620ed38
	SHA1	9777ec79541ad69972277d2bb24361f93a52b97d
	SHA256	ffea051cb1cfcdb32933a9bcae37d2ffdffae7a7d38cf1df716cba5622e8a8d3
	CRC32	7db96469
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PCPKsp.dll

System Windows 8

File size 47616 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ae711201f9b38b36c3e61d32664f5d02
	SHA1	1c70e2c0a04e05a912adde698d2a749e67f4f367
	SHA256	a232b0e53e8b0ba5a2aa971e7a006dc0be9535087b6769a3fee98f411753361f
	CRC32	69d435e2
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\