SIGNER.DLL Informations - Download and Fix

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

SIGNER.DLL file Authenticode Signing Interface. 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 SIGNER.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download SIGNER.DLL file compatible with Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: 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 SIGNER.DLL

4.1 List of SIGNER.DLL file versions

File info

General information
Filename	SIGNER.DLL
File extension	DLL
Description	Authenticode Signing Interface

Software
Program	Microsoft(R) Windows NT(R) Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1981-1997
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common SIGNER.DLL file related problems

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

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

SIGNER.DLL

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office10\

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

System Windows XP

File size 89600 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	2da1af83a9124f48ad8f462013a17203
	SHA1	f246d3dcb0de37bc50abe907bd7758bf0c4806ec
	SHA256	f36e26130904e176a9c735f4a43c755a1a753d065429fc9523a2a7794d1fc34a
	CRC32	d6eed0b8
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office10\