Download and Fix WSClient.dll

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

WSClient.dll file Windows Store Licensing Client. 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 WSClient.dll related errors on your device. You can also download WSClient.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

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Fix WSClient.dll errors

1 Information about WSClient.dll file
2 Errors related to WSClient.dll file
3 How to fix WSClient.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download WSClient.dll

4.1 List of WSClient.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WSClient.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Store Licensing Client

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common WSClient.dll file related problems

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

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

WSClient.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 11776 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	67b4945ae963d7746ce27d3b3de42498
	SHA1	2f700490b21bd0b07caa4cefd0551f7fc395cf87
	SHA256	861b9973748d0bcd3dc309be33019415a4a7f7dcc5f4bb8edad25585cb95156e
	CRC32	c5f8345d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WSClient.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 172544 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1b9f453a54240a8920b99f6d78b109d5
	SHA1	da02921be055e404cf066bafda2deaded2e2f9c9
	SHA256	8922e3dcd3ef74fa071a097dbc46cb6608d64ec0d4faf362dbfd83e82ec01e1e
	CRC32	3aa426ad
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WSClient.dll

System Windows 8

File size 164864 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2c37d7472c88359370f182fcc12b2cb1
	SHA1	67d5780a94809b91e4bb804058689c46fd5840f9
	SHA256	f61a746ff94a0649337c9933addc0eae1f35ef9885b9dda49bcbbb7892c7f413
	CRC32	1ed550e8
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\