Download and Fix SSShim.dll

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

SSShim.dll file Windows Componentization Platform Servicing API. 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 SSShim.dll related errors on your device. You can also download SSShim.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, 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

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 SSShim.dll

4.1 List of SSShim.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	SSShim.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Componentization Platform Servicing API

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common SSShim.dll file related problems

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

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

SSShim.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of SSShim.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 119192 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	2f608db991f8347c50e5fe7b72d3893a
	SHA1	138c662a7ea0056089667b00729f56cc703570d5
	SHA256	742bb4667a8de305751756604b139670bd136e96f1137ac58c2d076671735120
	CRC32	0c15f51c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename SSShim.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 115712 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1738baca6af47a8344bfd090b8d04876
	SHA1	72061649b63182ce2aa86252fb427d3e8743e695
	SHA256	2e8df08352a96aa5654d143bf878677bad8d71acecdb0d2a379605593485ef35
	CRC32	1e610253
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename SSShim.dll

System Windows 8

File size 105984 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2974c1c07e3668cf1fade544dab7ff96
	SHA1	aa625b55f5c09a4025583de6c7b4c6f3c1ff684e
	SHA256	2fc12293539710a352778d9eb1a686c5b8f1b1ac852b7748fb2e9a4e5b9dd77b
	CRC32	c4d92de4
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename SSShim.dll

System Windows 7

File size 110080 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	3c1a916ddaa2e99bc359c6e63df1f9d6
	SHA1	05ee494327e72ec6ca85fb6dd1f64382b8e0aeb4
	SHA256	5f66bc56a29de31b2d255c0aa9fc2904e3ea1c2e3e32fa96b41cdea723743113
	CRC32	e6877c71
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename SSShim.dll

System Windows 7

File size 121856 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	f8b20d67bfbd28e35e9fd2060e35ca37
	SHA1	05b783b83308165e80ab5692b8fa95deb4f913fb
	SHA256	8fc49cfc8df24abeab53a7ac2c0c50400b48a13c68e72e70ac137d51c4d535b7
	CRC32	85c0b91a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename SSShim.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 121856 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	e5108eb56adc72d29babde81772959be
	SHA1	80f2ff2e92ce944cacf02fcbe176a3f453718b35
	SHA256	8e6a8c08b46d93d964c57ffacdc5a51218556b70ac3aeecb8ef80d814f13ff1c
	CRC32	e75b55dc
	Example file location	---