Download WUDFPf.sys to Fix Errors

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

WUDFPf.sys file Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework Platform Driver. 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 WUDFPf.sys related errors on your device. You can also download WUDFPf.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 Vista

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 WUDFPf.sys

4.1 List of WUDFPf.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WUDFPf.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework Platform Driver

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Driver
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	Neutral

Most common WUDFPf.sys file related problems

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

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

WUDFPf.sys

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

Problems related to WUDFPf.sys 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 WUDFPf.sys 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 WUDFPf.sys errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace WUDFPf.sys 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 WUDFPf.sys file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

If the steps did not solve your WUDFPf.sys 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 WUDFPf.sys

System Windows 10

File size 75776 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	28220f82e3a13506db675b8c28b14153
	SHA1	30ae0231c31250e8f7b9532c64e2bd723700b1e8
	SHA256	d7fea1d74d88bb1965690017562df4d93164b502675e276e5ff0773fda09d79e
	CRC32	37893b2c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFPf.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 101888 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	85c244b02fdd704eeb383e5500e1fd38
	SHA1	46c7116de3493d649855f8f04234541c1e166c86
	SHA256	d7c8a43b17daa886260ab4df4ac2a236a1e6730cd6257a9e089704b785971f28
	CRC32	6146cf71
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFPf.sys

System Windows 8

File size 66560 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	06e6f32c8d0a3f66d956f57b43a2e070
	SHA1	250909abad7955e40e5b3f29e0cafc8f1eaed815
	SHA256	9a6bd96a28294b0372f16e13d652fd603308f64b74a56e41e0c68c5e8011f943
	CRC32	57edd298
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFPf.sys

System Windows 7

File size 112128 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d3381dc54c34d79b22cee0d65ba91b7c
	SHA1	2b12984b7680fbe7a9266c664548a4fb67a10841
	SHA256	70dc4adca4c0c28bb133287511e329d1b6b9b97f96cde5b1d2f1f59fe1a965d9
	CRC32	31040443
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFPf.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 65024 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	9cd5c19647965d5eaef1db61e4871544
	SHA1	35623777d3084f48e53260b2551cb3e38bbceb85
	SHA256	283bbfba96964267bc7945328b7770232f790c3e6805e0eaa5c715b48aa85f3c
	CRC32	091537d7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\