Fix wevtsvc.dll Errors

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

wevtsvc.dll file Event Logging Service. 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 wevtsvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wevtsvc.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, 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 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 wevtsvc.dll

4.1 List of wevtsvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wevtsvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Event Logging Service

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 wevtsvc.dll file related problems

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

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

wevtsvc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 1368576 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	1d4799e429089179c5171d039b43404c
	SHA1	d6d41a6e0aa5e75b4d31e2fb9b707cc518c7c39d
	SHA256	4111d01df406c892502fb5bf321cecdc08c25c0b8d5df840cb3fc4452f7d7685
	CRC32	ca8794ca
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wevtsvc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1328640 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	cedfdc1c52a8e5eb6527727efc10b54c
	SHA1	45d941841e6c541a26a7e148a87c9ad194bb2bb8
	SHA256	1a12fdb6b0356b9ad8a91f5dcbe4f7ed22486238d35f4b5636e1e39be25cddf5
	CRC32	9cf1c254
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wevtsvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1372672 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	165f03f7570abe7373982c4fe38b2da8
	SHA1	b9306eefadf414da74ea0d1c872276ad3da552fc
	SHA256	cee7358ab0f06061c035aca1f55334aadff43d64e4ca29b0e36b40c0578d8202
	CRC32	e9d0f42a
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wevtsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1646080 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6011714c8c5c55cbffad24d61e879fbd
	SHA1	007153460803c07c693f7c1e1688869ba2a575fa
	SHA256	75d615082a1c71c6ed3abb49edaf660ee538d112cf79b9c8af0a583d1ce1bbb0
	CRC32	e1d32fa3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wevtsvc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1491968 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	b3564b747d0b059d99e888f8369e56bc
	SHA1	9694acc3fcddc352adbedc6f3163db078966808a
	SHA256	a63d86e0d13f928f200f0d5e38f9f26af817a520221b2278294debf4ec5c6e5a
	CRC32	47074a64
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\