ftp.exe Troubleshoot and Download

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

ftp.exe file File Transfer Program. 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 ftp.exe related errors on your device. You can also download ftp.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP 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, Windows XP

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 ftp.exe

4.1 List of ftp.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ftp.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	File Transfer Program

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 ftp.exe file related problems

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

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

ftp.exe

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

Problems related to ftp.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 ftp.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 ftp.exe errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of ftp.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 48640 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	758bf29e5cf411cb73955b513e4350d9
	SHA1	31cf52e586fd66a88ccc5c83175b01e761c0a496
	SHA256	90a1c7087b802c939ee00e256a548e3e920ea07c0c3d1c9457da9316a2d3533b
	CRC32	7874327f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 48128 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	378ab44c0cfec574f0ac5de6df3a587c
	SHA1	52f5c2a192799ecf70a6bd7a7383852f4d698a66
	SHA256	736bffd8c2ee02cd432004bbc539ca48bd664f17887b85b4dca51d0a9ea3251f
	CRC32	1302defe
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows 8

File size 47616 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	1b7ac158adfe118a205b15275f06b255
	SHA1	41b124f26b329bfe672cbaa2b9e160d835e795c9
	SHA256	1af1bbdb3e3534837b6567cc486836e12b3cc724d43c10349238c62afeeda8ed
	CRC32	a5f86935
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows 7

File size 42496 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9996103f8a650bdb3586c9aae1101912
	SHA1	e2e444f527dc7d20732bfec10055de916647565f
	SHA256	74e674254bda1a062eff7042db819ac71496d00e0e1854c6d3809163685ff687
	CRC32	70239cd6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows 7

File size 48128 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	c07ceef7737e9101e06cd656192b4bcb
	SHA1	7c9f42d82849dafc25ef972ea24ee042fb2f399d
	SHA256	b7cedc910ee1bd8ef816066986549e4aa7be72d276b10c25dd01aa5d70c2ddb0
	CRC32	d15edfeb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 41984 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1e2940e465aa5b2c4840e8d220bf1f32
	SHA1	9eb6cf50372d0554d56680f230f82299343df76f
	SHA256	c8066a01d21a848c54c9c935abf16ae32487b4bbf55f52ef1ae0aa8871da0974
	CRC32	306d0098
	Example file location	---

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 47616 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	83e4dd677e0df98294e273dcec39e53e
	SHA1	0ba2abdf4ca65433a7cd1c2ae8c4bafa3ec3a378
	SHA256	79e746f0832cbca9c1b1ead52f136700d7863cd92762c18f712988cf3e78241b
	CRC32	5fb3adc0
	Example file location	---

Filename ftp.exe

System Windows XP

File size 42496 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	0f91c0dbdd463a1f0fc13fab46522c87
	SHA1	4112aa01c1484fef54718a4919a3a717b3ad990c
	SHA256	0c485f5e831cce04722ddf620d669dd4f1e8b0a0337c292974fbbd7ab572c8aa
	CRC32	a41bcaff
	Example file location	---