dpapimig.exe Informations - Download and Fix

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

dpapimig.exe file DPAPI Key Migration Wizard. 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 dpapimig.exe related errors on your device. You can also download dpapimig.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, 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 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

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Fix dpapimig.exe errors

1 Information about dpapimig.exe file
2 Errors related to dpapimig.exe file
3 How to fix dpapimig.exe 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 dpapimig.exe

4.1 List of dpapimig.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dpapimig.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	DPAPI Key Migration Wizard

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 dpapimig.exe file related problems

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

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

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

Problems related to dpapimig.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 dpapimig.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.

How to fix dpapimig.exe errors in just few steps?

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

dpapimig.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

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

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to dpapimig.exe 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 dpapimig.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 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 dpapimig.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the dpapimig.exe 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 dpapimig.exe 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 dpapimig.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 dpapimig.exe file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dpapimig.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 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your dpapimig.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 dpapimig.exe

System Windows 10

File size 73728 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	fb2600fbd8d053749e07f143e1a1e160
	SHA1	0d674d1cbb646ed21806560bff1717b831ec430e
	SHA256	44ddc2ed85b3f5019ecd94529c4747b95cb6db131f8716d81c2e143d8647b1c8
	CRC32	66c1ad74
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapimig.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 72704 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	67e6b2fedfd021f858f7f6e27a7c1182
	SHA1	9d870e0ebd044c44cc8d136f6a4ef84c1407b2a8
	SHA256	021d977c2b378e6b9f5bde36556ce4ea18d21be2531245e385477e6df9a171c6
	CRC32	f8d4ca80
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapimig.exe

System Windows 8

File size 72192 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	4a054825a1bdf5dab7ec9c551b4afaf5
	SHA1	3941ac474d5354e0904d2f7fce61a875c9fa6d97
	SHA256	05c3f6be5afebb7da608907ce6408c117b2b5c4516f7d8db1197ed9e3186577c
	CRC32	fb96c8a3
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapimig.exe

System Windows 7

File size 74752 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	0e8b8abea4e23ddc9a70614f3f651303
	SHA1	6d332ba4e7a78039f75b211845514ab35ab467b2
	SHA256	66fc6b68e54b8840a38b4de980cc22aed21009afc1494a9cc68e892329f076a1
	CRC32	2f5cfd39
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapimig.exe

System Windows 7

File size 72192 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	99ee3107f860c98ca71f1b547f18be6f
	SHA1	634ba4116468d7b6a24b8014d1ac296dc5f142ec
	SHA256	872a8702bd84dcac71d8e9085fd59e5560a485b290e14c6e7baf3d402ce4ae71
	CRC32	76d73206
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpapimig.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 407040 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	29b84718cdcbca66a47b64aa2b02318f
	SHA1	088b6757c93a46710c9fc43ff7886a63cc3e7e7e
	SHA256	71a8a5a3a01990d6f43bd5baaf1d9bc3e46bce5ab6de110490b771e2b2860f79
	CRC32	f8f7cf43
	Example file location	---

Filename dpapimig.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 553472 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	38a245916de7bd6df73de9e98d377213
	SHA1	fe3382813aa011c1e4fcc46fc6793a26edf2a884
	SHA256	08bdee81f7a79b2b5cb0466671c6462c76048836edb4335d67c90e521bc10557
	CRC32	a7d370be
	Example file location	---