WUDFSvc.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

WUDFSvc.dll file Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework 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 WUDFSvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download WUDFSvc.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista

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 WUDFSvc.dll

4.1 List of WUDFSvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WUDFSvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework 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 WUDFSvc.dll file related problems

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

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

WUDFSvc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of WUDFSvc.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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 88576 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	fde23ec75a10878e7317933027bc127a
	SHA1	ba7278c6c797d99e50ea22ed57a1d7f6c7b7a710
	SHA256	8ffbe2fa6f4b22a19f18d9ba9edad23181a8b582a3f2cd44a617175f6a3a2465
	CRC32	1b339bfd
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WUDFSvc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 87552 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	2f14c07d9a590aef048554da70f7038a
	SHA1	82ebc597c3fb84507db889445b0de7e7fd0990dc
	SHA256	e0913549b1b110313ee1fa7f56d438f915f659445d40b069b824e715a2d755dd
	CRC32	7492911c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WUDFSvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 73216 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	fe47b7bc8ea320c2d9b5e5bf6e303765
	SHA1	f3ed9ddbf80625ba75b89cc80ba3b195db4e30e1
	SHA256	34518dbd1e9ea6e5da62273b18613761e1d9c6b4e074a93c6d639fbaf02222ea
	CRC32	a009292e
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WUDFSvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 78848 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7a95c95b6c4cf292d689106bcae49543
	SHA1	e228f899f814cda088ec42d440a22a48c73c29ff
	SHA256	9029f489e1e817ce12839b8c6656e46190497d445dc3f43c20cf96e5e6bd0691
	CRC32	97da7339
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WUDFSvc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 66560 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	6cbd51ff913c851d56ed9dc7f2a27dde
	SHA1	2588ceb5d5c56a570407b4c062ac50137f588b39
	SHA256	736c66a944f3d37464052211b2728ad53d31cb631cd33b9e094c00d76bf17399
	CRC32	84f564a8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\