wpnprv.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

wpnprv.dll file Windows Push Notification Platform Connection Provider. 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 wpnprv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wpnprv.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 wpnprv.dll

4.1 List of wpnprv.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wpnprv.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Push Notification Platform Connection Provider

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 wpnprv.dll file related problems

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

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

wpnprv.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 485888 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	4485a243e3bfd5a289770a36eff8315b
	SHA1	e4778c2cbe1f3b5c8c980aa71e78cb66e1683cb4
	SHA256	5d9f23e6915d300bc5ce2980509c03234f3c6963554b9a7854937be110a43241
	CRC32	35ea1039
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wpnprv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 176640 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3f159fb2dd653630e26eac7d24d692fe
	SHA1	ba98c6e7ef52b78ac86054e8b707ccfa44a25b77
	SHA256	c9ee45a22a7bb3afbae3f9c2593cf44bbf240e6f1c2c147ccbc5a763a7694181
	CRC32	3242446a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wpnprv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 196608 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ffa4b7a4e4461a10287519b358fc823b
	SHA1	6f5df2e1cfa461ee5e604e59fb08b5980714f8ce
	SHA256	f38cc1e45cbcd5ee241ddf5e9abc009f66de8b45c2bf7ed64b5a7209638da9d8
	CRC32	1f244d1b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\