3 Steps to Download and Fix FileRecoverAPI.dll DLL Errors

Last Updated: 01/19/2024
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FileRecoverAPI.dll uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a Scanning Module file. It is classified as a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for File Recover by PC Tools.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for FileRecoverAPI.dll was on 01/03/2011 inside File Recover 7.5.0.15. This is not only most recent release from PC Tools, but it's the only version known in existence.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free FileRecoverAPI.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: FileRecoverAPI.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Scanning Module
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: PC Tools Research Pty Ltd
Software Program: File Recover
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 2005-2010 PC Tools Research Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (Australian)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xa5235
Code Size: 585728


What are FileRecoverAPI.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library FileRecoverAPI.dll Errors

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

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



How to Fix FileRecoverAPI.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 FileRecoverAPI.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):

  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 FileRecoverAPI.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed File Recover (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling File Recover software.

You can uninstall File Recover 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 File Recover 7.5.0.15 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall File Recover software.

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

File Recover 7.5.0.15

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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 FileRecoverAPI.dll 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 FileRecoverAPI.dll 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 FileRecoverAPI.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 FileRecoverAPI.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free FileRecoverAPI.dll files for every applicable version of File Recover. 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 FileRecoverAPI.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate File Recover folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\File Recover\
  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 FileRecoverAPI.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.



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


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

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