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How to Download and Fix WpcMon.exe?

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

WpcMon.exe file Family Safety Monitor. 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 WpcMon.exe related errors on your device. You can also download WpcMon.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename WpcMon.exe
File extension EXE
Description Family Safety Monitor
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.)
WpcMon.exe

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

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

WpcMon.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to WpcMon.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 WpcMon.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your WpcMon.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 WpcMon.exe
System Windows 10
File size 1234000 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 7b08d9aa7b3052ae37745425fe1dae27
SHA1 4be65bf08792d3a9f5ad28ef747e39dd69cb6479
SHA256 94eca6615ff4850754548891afda541d442c1e79e47b71def0019a415c47a8ce
CRC32 752a7954
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename WpcMon.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 2163568 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 075b82d58ce8b1876263566552dd05af
SHA1 339c2157f5feaa6517c3f76b970758e3efe5af54
SHA256 e751ac1e13a6d991829f250ea47ff93179295a668d96b57fc97237c32619d530
CRC32 b150ae6e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename WpcMon.exe
System Windows 8
File size 1750528 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 d277e1eb638b8eeec82bb158f11a52cc
SHA1 0e45346149a0b6f0ebfc93fcf13d95ed4c945316
SHA256 fc4e46c5cad04326510ae5825c68d9c3c7ca09fe8a946d87fc376e5a990f3d4b
CRC32 40e194e1
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\