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

winhttp.dll file Windows HTTP Services. 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 winhttp.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winhttp.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 winhttp.dll

4.1 List of winhttp.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winhttp.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows HTTP Services

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 winhttp.dll file related problems

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 703576 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	567d35838b771e6fd2b2ab772079b9af
	SHA1	92a80e83e01809d96b42cb0d7e156558a2e23e41
	SHA256	73b18742cbcdecffde8d4a4426ef54cd01c9d5c10c3f295a159fae9dcd1d84ec
	CRC32	3a159430
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 631808 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	22109f58366a6cda13a3cebf9e5e2e3f
	SHA1	39df13557b0c281e50a430fb9a44f9658728b761
	SHA256	46c1de991c5f934171ab1e56d78e2d33d83a3d2bba3a1dc1e818467b5c9c19f2
	CRC32	3bf7bf6b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows 8

File size 521728 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	80c91c7cac9dc9ffe2e6b8427ce06d9a
	SHA1	85d098ceb56cb744f64a78fb916e606302819f18
	SHA256	8b4d30684341b0ef472dd83e30715321a16017246302c1c53b9e5f11bb6b4ffd
	CRC32	08bd39c7
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 444416 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	58f4493bf748a3a89689997b7bd00e95
	SHA1	9974ba41e8215f6669deb765988cfe34e9c1b56e
	SHA256	ec5deec73e357c7c87b001275c4e635011a9cf39419f2b86e2c2b8d7e388c551
	CRC32	26525e71
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 351232 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ca9f7888b524d8100b977c81f44c3234
	SHA1	cae5f489296f07aff1b6782c2ffe7d0b80d13a58
	SHA256	57f3353f89724147d8ac8b69b12c1303df26978309776f5f8ccf074526a915d3
	CRC32	4e6732f4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 375808 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	6b0373ed07c3523d74070085e0bf8fd2
	SHA1	df3c13219f22e45594ca9a241031b11252d9fc75
	SHA256	9d6a3071a961d303c738d48661e44ff1ea8dd33943b4d380fd72e9b51005b958
	CRC32	48f9eb7e
	Example file location	---

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 439808 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	780473d0eeb23d40f1eee69a70719399
	SHA1	534a8cc4623662961767c58b25d721a02407718f
	SHA256	e8c9bef7ccdd763604b7f4f921010dbfe57be2285e1b84b171b6365ef1acb0d5
	CRC32	d5102282
	Example file location	---

Filename winhttp.dll

System Windows XP

File size 354304 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	d29f2889baa10e19ad9ff70c8d5ecf50
	SHA1	70fdf6089a3db040c026ffd89cf0b9759a1bb22d
	SHA256	4c314fc2ad4c94e8f860a631723bf46ec89e4b735385542b36f89602379c7bc9
	CRC32	7c08473e
	Example file location	---