How to Download and Repair MIGRATE.DLL (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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MIGRATE.DLL, also known as a Messenger 32-bit Migration DLL file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Messenger. DLL files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file type category.

MIGRATE.DLL was first developed on 05/31/2001 for the Windows XP Operating System in Office XP. The latest version update [v4.6.0078] for MSN Explorer was 9.6.0 released on 05/11/2009. MIGRATE.DLL is included in MSN Explorer 9.6.0 and Office 2003.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting DLL file problems with MIGRATE.DLL, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	MIGRATE.DLL
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Messenger 32-bit Migration DLL
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Messenger
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation 1997-2001

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x15f0
Code Size:	8192

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File Info	Description
File Size:	24 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:23 00:14:57+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2002:04:11 01:57:13+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	8192
Initialized Data Size:	12288
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x15f0
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	4.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	4.6.0.78
Product Version Number:	4.6.0.78
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Messenger 32-bit Migration DLL
File Version:	4.6.0078
Internal Name:	migration
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation 1997-2001
Product Name:	Messenger
Product Version:	Version 4.6
Legal Trademarks:	Microsoft(R) is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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What are MIGRATE.DLL Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library MIGRATE.DLL Errors

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

Access Violation at address - MIGRATE.DLL.
MIGRATE.DLL could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\Messenger\MIGRATE.DLL.
Cannot register MIGRATE.DLL.
Cannot start MSN Explorer. A required component is missing: MIGRATE.DLL. Please install MSN Explorer again.
Failed to load MIGRATE.DLL.
The application has failed to start because MIGRATE.DLL was not found.
The file MIGRATE.DLL is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because MIGRATE.DLL was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

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

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

You can uninstall MSN Explorer 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 MSN Explorer 9.6.0 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall MSN Explorer software.

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

MSN Explorer 9.6.0

Microsoft Corporation

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 MIGRATE.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 MIGRATE.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 MIGRATE.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 MIGRATE.DLL file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free MIGRATE.DLL files for every applicable version of MSN Explorer. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download MIGRATE.DLL Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate MSN Explorer folder location:

Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office10\Migration\
Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\Migration\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Messenger\
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 MIGRATE.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 MIGRATE.DLL Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

MSN Explorer 9.6.0

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

MIGRATE.DLL

4.6.0.78

4.6.0078

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Messenger
Software Version:	4.6.0.78
File Version:	4.6.0078
File Size:	24848
File Date:	01/23/2020
MD5 Checksum:	5afe9d25f5000d51f51f6175ab7a8b00
SHA1 Checksum:	dc9d8665121939561158ff9d646bb93da0188dde
SHA256 Checksum:	73fc00ac5be9ad89a8b544afd44b4d44f7a91b6d3ed0705988a1c29fc6b042ca
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Messenger\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	12288
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/23/2020

Office XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

MIGRATE.DLL

10.0.2609.0

10.0.2609

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft Office XP
Software Version:	10.0.2609.0
File Version:	10.0.2609
File Size:	26016
File Date:	05/10/2017
MD5 Checksum:	aa66788e6692112af91253f59efa38da
SHA1 Checksum:	ef53c116949cf684c8a47e6a8c6d79da945f90e2
SHA256 Checksum:	a2046ec0a6a8d06da1613b4a0575c72b61834e680cc37c5326055d6f55ab4030
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office10\Mig ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	16384
Linker Version:	6.20
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	05/10/2017

Office 2003

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

MIGRATE.DLL

11.0.5510.0

11.0.5510

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft Office 2003
Software Version:	11.0.5510.0
File Version:	11.0.5510
File Size:	15928
File Date:	05/10/2017
MD5 Checksum:	e958feaf93eb17bf81ad838f251e2587
SHA1 Checksum:	787e272c12d12d0acafdd1f00718e60a9cf74f2b
SHA256 Checksum:	5abc4af576a0aff402c694e066a9036da44e0f6ae5fea715c8f20337798e7900
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\Mig ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	7168
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	05/10/2017

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