wfdprov.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

wfdprov.dll file Private WPS provisioning API DLL for Wi-Fi Direct. 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 wfdprov.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wfdprov.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 wfdprov.dll

4.1 List of wfdprov.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wfdprov.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Private WPS provisioning API DLL for Wi-Fi Direct

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 wfdprov.dll file related problems

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

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

wfdprov.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 38400 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	ff3b347c2ed3310d6188da6e3e3960ce
	SHA1	6f6a48cfa26b3bbf14a8947516d6da6993d5d227
	SHA256	d7bf69ab4baa134bbe4af6a60409bb008b34659d146ab6126b5c70f2102fa3f8
	CRC32	e3c849ff
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wfdprov.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 24064 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1e861e807d4791416bfe9201759b836b
	SHA1	9e1d769520985deeace21da297911f67d10d8091
	SHA256	4699df7ef17e19118317655ebc60c510b40fe6c08c3c6286af6f8a9c146bd2a5
	CRC32	3e7484d5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wfdprov.dll

System Windows 8

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	9ff74addf7367da8cf59beba1015dbae
	SHA1	97feda34ebe58458418c2ee1d1e7b31c10e4d0eb
	SHA256	6f96b930eeb6976122278346069bb5825af127eef7ea0c0fa497510410bd9617
	CRC32	e53ec812
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\