wpcsvc.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

wpcsvc.dll file WPC Filtering 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 wpcsvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wpcsvc.dll file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7

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 wpcsvc.dll

4.1 List of wpcsvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wpcsvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	WPC Filtering 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 wpcsvc.dll file related problems

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

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

wpcsvc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 8.1

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3296a90a85c512a45808b7828fa00155
	SHA1	18ca9f9c4a25d840bf442e32b5f638d9d8077d00
	SHA256	4a7b099ae2d603c674a9cbf5424498246fb7c571eae52bc6cb2b780bb20cb47f
	CRC32	1a7e7726
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wpcsvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	32b4145d0513e913c13a73c3e640c931
	SHA1	50793f67c5a5efddace02bfb51240936a9061708
	SHA256	63381ddc0db272c661f57085c0911173bb3d76f788f7038767102d2a259e7ac0
	CRC32	cbfd2cbe
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wpcsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 12288 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	96c6e7100d724c69fcf9e7bf590d1dca
	SHA1	84d51d4ba8ff146c102657b32eea88b0ecdc47f0
	SHA256	2e63c9b0893b4fc03b7a71baea6202d3d3db1b52f3643467829b5a573fd7655b
	CRC32	394214f3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wpcsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 10752 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a2f0ec770a92f2b3f9de6d518e11409c
	SHA1	a454b3b1be39a1a7bb5775dae7a5702045fb96ae
	SHA256	6838f2148b11285e00dc449d51f8ad85aae57694e89ba2c607b87ac1c650d845
	CRC32	d3f09286
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\