CbVitalFolders.exe - Download and Fix EXE Errors

Last Updated: 12/21/2023
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cbVitalFolders.exe is considered a type of Cobian Backup 11, Gravity, Vital folders tool file. It is most-commonly used in Cobian Backup 11, Gravity developed by Luis Cobian. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file.

cbVitalFolders.exe was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 12/06/2012 with Cobian Backup 11.2.0.582. This is not only most recent release from Luis Cobian, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of cbVitalFolders.exe.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: cbVitalFolders.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Cobian Backup 11, Gravity, Vital folders tool
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Luis Cobian, CobianSoft
Software Program: Cobian Backup 11, Gravity
Legal Copyright: © 2000-2012 Luis Cobian
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xefca8
Code Size: 978432


What are cbVitalFolders.exe Error Messages?


cbVitalFolders.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Cobian Backup errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when cbVitalFolders.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Cobian Backup is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Cobian Backup.

In most cases, cbVitalFolders.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these cbVitalFolders.exe error messages mean that Cobian Backup was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Cobian Backup will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common cbVitalFolders.exe errors include:

  • cbVitalFolders.exe - Bad Image.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe Application Error.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe could not be found.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe could not be installed.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe could not be started.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe failed to initialize properly.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
  • cbVitalFolders.exe is not running.
  • Cannot find cbVitalFolders.exe.
  • Error starting program: cbVitalFolders.exe.
  • Faulting Application Path: cbVitalFolders.exe.
  • The file cbVitalFolders.exe is missing or corrupt.
  • Windows failed to start - cbVitalFolders.exe.
System Error


The program can’t start because cbVitalFolders.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the cbVitalFolders.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting cbVitalFolders.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Cobian Backup 11, Gravity. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Luis Cobian, CobianSoft, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of cbVitalFolders.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix cbVitalFolders.exe 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 cbVitalFolders.exe 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 cbVitalFolders.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Cobian Backup 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 Cobian Backup 11.2.0.582 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Cobian Backup software.

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

Cobian Backup 11.2.0.582

Luis Cobian

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 cbVitalFolders.exe 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 cbVitalFolders.exe 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 cbVitalFolders.exe 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 cbVitalFolders.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free cbVitalFolders.exe files for every applicable version of Cobian Backup. 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 cbVitalFolders.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Cobian Backup folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Cobian Backup 11\
  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 cbVitalFolders.exe 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 cbVitalFolders.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying cbVitalFolders.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Luis Cobian typically does not release Cobian Backup EXE 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 cbVitalFolders.exe and all other EXE files for Cobian Backup. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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