Troubleshoot safesearch.js Errors and Download File

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

safesearch.js file JavaScript. 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 safesearch.js related errors on your device. You can also download safesearch.js file compatible with Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8

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Fix safesearch.js errors

1 Information about safesearch.js file
2 Errors related to safesearch.js file
3 How to fix safesearch.js 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 safesearch.js

4.1 List of safesearch.js file versions

File info

General information
Filename	safesearch.js
File extension	JS
Type	Script
Description	JavaScript

Software
Program	Windows 8
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	8

Details
File size	5017
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2012-07-26

Most common safesearch.js file related problems

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

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

safesearch.js

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

Problems related to safesearch.js 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 safesearch.js 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 safesearch.js errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace safesearch.js 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 safesearch.js file.

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

Windows 8: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Bing_1.2.0.137_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\shell\js\

If the steps did not solve your safesearch.js 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 safesearch.js

System Windows 8

File size 5017 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	f7b16f7c707429c69323160d1618572d
	SHA1	c7819d892e5c217620dab5b0ca34692bcd4d4026
	SHA256	216804817d54e62bcd6b5e0298a733f5129237307ec51ae205b3d51510f7a50c
	CRC32	3a667b68
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Bing_1.2.0.137_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\shell\js\