pstorec.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

pstorec.dll file Deprecated Protected Storage COM interfaces. 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 pstorec.dll related errors on your device. You can also download pstorec.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 pstorec.dll

4.1 List of pstorec.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	pstorec.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Deprecated Protected Storage COM interfaces

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 pstorec.dll file related problems

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

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

pstorec.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 14336 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	19d83d7f0cb0889e5af585b884eef337
	SHA1	a7baf719c7e07e48d5c77db631ac7707ab3573f7
	SHA256	2b67224ab316f98620435293cfef510df8d5f4c546cfd398f42fe24148acf1f2
	CRC32	c3034b51
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 13824 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	2c540529c83383010159502e7b5f6f36
	SHA1	2dd9ab4b853f66c111821e169bce9b0411ece41e
	SHA256	1e95966df79acbb7f70edf847d4f2564aca27447594ac6ead202114417c73a79
	CRC32	e042aa0d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows 8

File size 13824 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	a4a55a9b54603157df9e9a8f9383f5e2
	SHA1	af5603710ed094ced798bdc5f26ca08d3674b927
	SHA256	6453d2e3363d33cd7716e3b7714965696f2378a0407eddec8750d17a846c067f
	CRC32	24ffdfad
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows 7

File size 52736 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	33fd2d719594dc9f49b80ce125d4b433
	SHA1	b85826e70909294f5c380ac1b6dcdeb96dff7906
	SHA256	e40ac5e5d00ba67a285602be6c5ef9095f7f9d30a728b223d63b45f874d9df12
	CRC32	2148275b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows 7

File size 42496 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b9ada43cb3ffaf6669d34f432aa44a0f
	SHA1	8463860393b7a18fe5f4ee790c2cd889ba138180
	SHA256	a90e9b44d77340fd7ca7a280df39117660764b577506e04fb63e30374c1e6912
	CRC32	95648c61
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 52224 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	6a0085cc20d64bd579f2cfd1426e3cb7
	SHA1	be2113c50916c0ebab5e8f148dda9ebfb8fc1208
	SHA256	e0697ea9a95a75f24b5d3daf78bd957666e92d072f4126bde6d4c2551b389539
	CRC32	e9e41b0b
	Example file location	---

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 42496 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	daa1b96073c79c84f8d28fbf55580415
	SHA1	293689334c325f2cb0994163e20a18d01cd5dbe5
	SHA256	c8410f1d8d9b320ef1e1b0a5fc37b04fa59b533b3a535787f1310a29768c4f69
	CRC32	3a258723
	Example file location	---

Filename pstorec.dll

System Windows XP

File size 43520 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	a14d324c50eb71fb480ddd60481d0c04
	SHA1	8ae378a352c4a13516bf1fe5a8615d8893d2ff2d
	SHA256	15f1ef7ca639af0b235493df0934b4c525c3f4e4deb3310b70eddf43869bca4d
	CRC32	08373506
	Example file location	---