Downloading and Repairing Webcat1.dat

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

Game Data files such as webcat1.dat utilize the DAT file extension. This file is considered a Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file, and was first created by Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG. for the Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 software package.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for webcat1.dat was on 09/25/2019 inside Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG..

This article discusses complete file details, DAT file troubleshooting instructions for problems with webcat1.dat, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: webcat1.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591
Developer: Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG.
Software: Avira Free Antivirus
Software Version: 15.0.1909.1591
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 5869214
Oldest File Date: 10/02/2019
Latest File Date: 10/02/2019


What are webcat1.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library webcat1.dat Errors

webcat1.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like webcat1.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like Setup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Avira Free Antivirus) could share the same webcat1.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 webcat1.dat is attempted to be loaded either when Avira Free Antivirus is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common webcat1.dat errors include:

Your webcat1.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Avira Free Antivirus), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, webcat1.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Avira Free Antivirus, system crash while loading webcat1.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 webcat1.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 webcat1.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 webcat1.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Avira Free Antivirus 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 Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Avira Free Antivirus software.

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

Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591

Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG.

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 webcat1.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 webcat1.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 webcat1.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 webcat1.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free webcat1.dat files for every applicable version of Avira Free Antivirus. 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 webcat1.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Avira Free Antivirus folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Avira\Antivirus\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Temp\RarSFX0\
  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 webcat1.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 webcat1.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying webcat1.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG. typically does not release Avira Free Antivirus 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 webcat1.dat and all other DAT files for Avira Free Antivirus. 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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DAT Files Related to webcat1.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
f59787670e5b13e11febb3... Game Data Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 3296 C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\microsoft s...
settings.dat Game Data Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 8192 C:\Windows\System32\
UsrClass.dat Game Data Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 2883584 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
17e954758363742f45ce96... Game Data Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 720 C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\...
settings.dat Game Data Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 262144 C:\Windows\System32\

Other Files Related to webcat1.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setuperr.log Log Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 555 C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Panther\
symbol.ttf TrueType Font Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 70128 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Office.O...
WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
api-ms-win-core-profil... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.14393.33) 17600 C:\Program Files (x86)\Avira\SoftwareUpdater\


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