How to Fix Axvlc.dll DLL Issues and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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VLC media player (Activex Plugin) files, such as axvlc.dll, are considered a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file. They are associated with the DLL file extension, developed by VideoLAN for VLC Web Plugin.

The first version of axvlc.dll for VLC Media Player 3.0.8 was seen on 08/22/2019 in Windows 10. The latest file update released for VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1 was on 06/07/2019 [file version 3.0.3].

Please continue reading to find your correct axvlc.dll file version download (free), detailed file information, and DLL file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	axvlc.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	VLC media player (Activex Plugin)
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	VideoLAN
Software Program:	VLC Web Plugin
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2002-2019 VideoLAN and VLC Authors

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0000
Entry Point:	0x1400
Code Size:	995328

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File Info	Description
File Size:	1294 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:10:21 14:11:40+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2002:11:21 01:57:56+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.27
Code Size:	995328
Initialized Data Size:	1307136
Uninitialized Data Size:	4096
Entry Point:	0x1400
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	1.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	3.0.3.0
Product Version Number:	3.0.3.0
File Flags Mask:	0x0000
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	VideoLAN
File Description:	VLC media player (Activex Plugin)
File Version:	3.0.3
Internal Name:	axvlc
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2002-2019 VideoLAN and VLC Authors
Product Name:	VLC Web Plugin
Product Version:	3.0.3
Legal Trademarks:	VLC media player, VideoLAN and x264 are registered trademarks from VideoLAN

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What are axvlc.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library axvlc.dll Errors

axvlc.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like axvlc.dll, 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. VLC Media Player) could share the same axvlc.dll 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 DLL 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 axvlc.dll is attempted to be loaded either when VLC Media Player is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common axvlc.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - axvlc.dll.
axvlc.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\VLCPortable\App\vlc\axvlc.dll.
Cannot register axvlc.dll.
Cannot start VLC Media Player. A required component is missing: axvlc.dll. Please install VLC Media Player again.
Failed to load axvlc.dll.
The application has failed to start because axvlc.dll was not found.
The file axvlc.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because axvlc.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your axvlc.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with VLC Media Player), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, axvlc.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading VLC Media Player, system crash while loading axvlc.dll, 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.

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How to Fix axvlc.dll 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 axvlc.dll 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):

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

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the axvlc.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed VLC Media Player (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling VLC Media Player software.

You can uninstall VLC Media Player software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall VLC Media Player software.

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

VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1

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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 axvlc.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

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

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your axvlc.dll 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 axvlc.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free axvlc.dll files for every applicable version of VLC Media Player. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download axvlc.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate VLC Media Player folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\VLCPortable\App\vlc\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VideoLAN\VLC\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\VideoLAN\VLC\
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 axvlc.dll 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.

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Download axvlc.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying axvlc.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. VideoLAN typically does not release VLC Media Player DLL 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 axvlc.dll and all other DLL files for VLC Media Player. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

axvlc.dll

3.0.3.0

3.0.3

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VLC Web Plugin
Software Version:	3.0.3.0
File Version:	3.0.3
File Size:	1325256
File Date:	10/21/2019
MD5 Checksum:	b5cc8e20309668e43f893cb13d92b7b0
SHA1 Checksum:	1b0e80de9a9642c16252d8445cd175583795c108
SHA256 Checksum:	0339467751474d27112984b5eabcb05f25a088853a5886a572edb4b626f871e4
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\VLCPortable\App\vlc\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	1.0
Initialized Data Size:	1307136
Linker Version:	2.27
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/21/2019

VLC Media Player 3.0.8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

axvlc.dll

3.0.3.0

3.0.3

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VLC Web Plugin
Software Version:	3.0.3.0
File Version:	3.0.3
File Size:	1325256
File Date:	10/03/2019
MD5 Checksum:	012b92075dcc2d4e9ba8dbe7b7bfe69d
SHA1 Checksum:	7168a9498ff953a103f755fef9e703d49e389c06
SHA256 Checksum:	b9ecf80ff0971fdcb3766f4d3247f75fd5458375c4615659835b04d7b2878347
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\VideoLAN\VLC\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	1.0
Initialized Data Size:	1307136
Linker Version:	2.27
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/03/2019

axvlc.dll

3.0.3.0

3.0.3

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VLC Web Plugin
Software Version:	3.0.3.0
File Version:	3.0.3
File Size:	1347272
File Date:	10/12/2019
MD5 Checksum:	36020fffaaf90e361fa3175792aef710
SHA1 Checksum:	6dbafa8f5fe7844b59d2c4d84ace4e3bdefd743f
SHA256 Checksum:	609bef60fbaab681065b6003af8c545e392390cd46569e2ac79b51fbde513e3a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\VideoLAN\VLC\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1329152
Linker Version:	2.27
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	10/12/2019

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setupact.log	Log	VLC Media Player 3.0.8	22487	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
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