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Fix chglogon.exe Errors

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

chglogon.exe file Change Logon Utility. 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 chglogon.exe related errors on your device. You can also download chglogon.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename chglogon.exe
File extension EXE
Description Change Logon Utility
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.)
chglogon.exe

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

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

chglogon.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to chglogon.exe 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 chglogon.exe 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.

chglogon.exe 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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with chglogon.exe 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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to chglogon.exe file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 chglogon.exe 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

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 chglogon.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the chglogon.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the chglogon.exe file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the chglogon.exe 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 chglogon.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace chglogon.exe 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 chglogon.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of chglogon.exe 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\
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your chglogon.exe 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 chglogon.exe
System Windows 10
File size 19456 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 b5662e2dd61b8b3e8abf7951e99ca614
SHA1 a956bba5fa0508b82bbda7c8b4bc7499985895e1
SHA256 ccafa44e14ccc9a6f822d195fc4a1f1a304a9d5ffa3ba130b876fdbfa6148d28
CRC32 50eb1787
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename chglogon.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 18944 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 b5f38d7b99e72ba15e7f02539e416420
SHA1 1a376b9374a5e2a81fb020ac8e0aeb0a87aa74f6
SHA256 1d8ee4a0b49293560ab4f735a4aa0aeb44ace7c53b7ab4f28526e3b76a27be83
CRC32 89e6e125
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename chglogon.exe
System Windows 8
File size 19968 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 25685dbd32d811ffd92402c095d9f873
SHA1 ba16e71ba8ba88670e7fe67bf6f43d1137d092d1
SHA256 b9432d024ef3bbb7ff960cb6c4282ccefd76e7782970a19d815daaa6835cacd7
CRC32 8d156649
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename chglogon.exe
System Windows 7
File size 22528 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
File details
MD5 17123def4e76086d759122dd864d9512
SHA1 5215588d45cbf15f50cbc07a27be5e7c3d2c6545
SHA256 cad29d12864b1daccaf1202bfbc23daeeb377417dc31263ea62d3f8bddae99ea
CRC32 9e6bb44c
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename chglogon.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 20992 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
File details
MD5 9fe151fdb2fdd02e03cff63dda6ef19c
SHA1 62749a3e66151c6e5b675ed7b172d15d11e2b00a
SHA256 f723d494ccc1f1d0604ef9192a256c73e49a81186586e40c891e1a8e4325c46b
CRC32 5f03e68d
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename chglogon.exe
System Windows XP
File size 13312 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 015fc95fdd6105e050ff9d52637145a9
SHA1 73226d5d8cfcd8508246655317061781d8e7e4c3
SHA256 9263fd18adc693dc1709b5387006ebeed84a8bc4c2bd7dd54416f6f781231760
CRC32 555b3c01
Example file location ---