Fix, Download, and Update Fold.dat

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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DAT files such as fold.dat are categorized as Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) files. As a Game Data file, it was created for use in 123 Free Solitaire 11 by TreeCardGames.

The first version of fold.dat was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 12/10/2017 inside Free Spider Solitaire 2018 6. The latest file update released for 123 Free Solitaire 11 was on 12/10/2017 [file version 11].

Please see below for more detailed information, DAT file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of fold.dat.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: fold.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: 123 Free Solitaire 11
Developer: TreeCardGames
Software: 123 Free Solitaire
Software Version: 11
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 23
Oldest File Date: 12/14/2019
Latest File Date: 12/14/2019


What are fold.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library fold.dat Errors

fold.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like fold.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like OneDriveSetup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. 123 Free Solitaire) could share the same fold.dat file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DAT file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when fold.dat is attempted to be loaded either when 123 Free Solitaire is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common fold.dat errors include:

Your fold.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with 123 Free Solitaire), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, fold.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading 123 Free Solitaire, system crash while loading fold.dat, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix fold.dat Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your fold.dat issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the fold.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed 123 Free Solitaire (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling 123 Free Solitaire software.

You can uninstall 123 Free Solitaire software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for 123 Free Solitaire 11 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall 123 Free Solitaire software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

123 Free Solitaire 11

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many fold.dat error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the fold.dat error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your fold.dat File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate fold.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free fold.dat files for every applicable version of 123 Free Solitaire. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download fold.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate 123 Free Solitaire folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\TreeCardGames\123 Free Solitaire\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\TreeCardGames\Free Freecell\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\TreeCardGames\Free Spider\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve fold.dat problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download fold.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying fold.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. TreeCardGames typically does not release 123 Free Solitaire DAT files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing fold.dat and all other DAT files for 123 Free Solitaire. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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data.dat Game Data 123 Free Solitaire 11 8656 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
9WZDNCRFJBMP.dat Game Data 123 Free Solitaire 11 464 C:\Windows\Temp\C5BAD64E-AB97-4A78-83B0-EAFDF9F...

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