iexplore.exe - How to Fix? Download Now

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

iexplore.exe file Windows Executable. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of iexplore.exe related errors on your device. You can also download iexplore.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

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Fix iexplore.exe errors

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

4.1 List of iexplore.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	iexplore.exe
File extension	EXE
Type	Executable Application
Description	Windows Executable

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	822592
Oldest file	2008-04-14
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common iexplore.exe file related problems

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

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

iexplore.exe

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 822592 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ee7f712771fe50c9e9f120a21cef0d04
	SHA1	6a19a08f8df6852815fdac131bb362643e628721
	SHA256	26484bd6d3476e4e58007897a3938466fce5e040d17fb56a649cf358c828d278
	CRC32	88036484
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 815248 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	5f1b1148c830c0f149a476a58ce0d09d
	SHA1	014d287c4dd33bee02b59115234ff315fbf22ac6
	SHA256	79da28ebefa4edfc3321cb851d667243c87be7b649624cbe3196e33209922dff
	CRC32	c87c67e8
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows 8

File size 770504 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1249974f2a658d07e2647dd9c3592b9e
	SHA1	2db91ca6f37beceb921078586f138a9f2e4062ad
	SHA256	be96cc9766d16e3059b521e464689ef47c0da2b4071c9ad9f936c267bf518759
	CRC32	e8d1a433
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows 7

File size 695056 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	86257731ddb311fbc283534cc0091634
	SHA1	2aa859f008fafbaefb578019ed0d65cd0933981c
	SHA256	cfa888e71c65a8807cd719a19c211d1a5dcc04b36d2ebe2d94bf17971ec22690
	CRC32	92d9ec60
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows 7

File size 673040 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c613e69c3b191bb02c7a191741a1d024
	SHA1	1962888198ae972cbb999d0dc9c9ee5cbabf5e0d
	SHA256	e285feeca968b3ca22017a64363eea5e69ccd519696671df523291b089597875
	CRC32	dbbefdd4
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 636080 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	2c5168c856455cc43c4b4e1cc1920001
	SHA1	82d99b7051eab0f9e05e486e7b5e40d2d76e8773
	SHA256	7aab20979d5928d7552e9c14b3b5fcd9a56a6e6fe67471a2fe7b9564ae0e92f1
	CRC32	2c6a38b6
	Example file location	---

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 712864 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	58136ab5a3df2d44bbb483629188584a
	SHA1	40d2cab09e081b1d550f9019aad006db5ccc4e7e
	SHA256	8732eab920640a67594c3c83a5a7b283f53de1799bcdf37723ba8b3fc67f6645
	CRC32	1cdbf33c
	Example file location	---

Filename iexplore.exe

System Windows XP

File size 93184 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	55794b97a7faabd2910873c85274f409
	SHA1	58e80c90bf54850b5f3ccbd8edf0877537e0ea8e
	SHA256	814a37d89a79aa3975308e723bc1a3a67360323b7e3584de00896fe7c59bbb8e
	CRC32	cef81e59
	Example file location	---