WSService.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

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

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

Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix WSService.dll errors

1 Information about WSService.dll file
2 Errors related to WSService.dll file
3 How to fix WSService.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 WSService.dll

4.1 List of WSService.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WSService.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Store Service

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 WSService.dll file related problems

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

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

WSService.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 8.1

File size 2948136 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	fbc03afe4e1bbbb15e448095c1eeebfb
	SHA1	73de3c7a348d7a6556e0d58840bc6f2b618824c4
	SHA256	dc242ee08d2c35bb6a9e0803794f5f4ca0f8e3e934dd2d8823a7b0366155964f
	CRC32	684f3b82
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WSService.dll

System Windows 8

File size 2151136 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ff4be7a21d3188adc840b9e5b18d964e
	SHA1	4bce29cce10a19f19ee0a284f5c29cc7aa5e6ff1
	SHA256	b9598ada77f77863fd143bb070aacbe3d2197e50903762002e5278022ff1a23c
	CRC32	4b60e3e9
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\