Kindle.exe EXE Errors: Download and Troubleshoot

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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Kindle.exe uses the EXE file extension, which is more specifically known as a Kindle file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, created for Kindle by Amazon.

The first version of Kindle.exe for Kindle for PC 1.26.55076 was seen on 05/31/2019 in Windows 10. This is not only most recent release from Amazon, but it's the only version known in existence.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free Kindle.exe downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Kindle.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Kindle
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Amazon.com
Software Program: Kindle
Legal Copyright: Kindle software ©2009-2019 Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Amazon, the Amazon logo, Kindle, the Kindle logo, and Whispersync are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: Pre-release
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xff457e
Code Size: 20809216


What are Kindle.exe Error Messages?


Kindle.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common Kindle.exe errors include:

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


The program can’t start because Kindle.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 Kindle.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting Kindle.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Kindle. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Amazon.com, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of Kindle.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 Kindle.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 Kindle.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 Kindle.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Kindle for PC (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Kindle for PC software.

You can uninstall Kindle for PC 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 Kindle for PC 1.26.55076 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Kindle for PC software.

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

Kindle for PC 1.26.55076

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



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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Kindle.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Amazon typically does not release Kindle for PC 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 Kindle.exe and all other EXE files for Kindle for PC. 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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FileCoAuth.exe Microsoft OneDriveFile Co-Authoring Executable Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 506728 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
OneDriveStandaloneUpda... Standalone Updater Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 2712936 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
renderer-test.exe Windows Executable Kindle for PC 1.26.55076 27064 C:\Windows\System32\sru\

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WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Kindle for PC 1.26.55076 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
BootPerformanceDiagnos... Binary Disk Image Kindle for PC 1.26.55076 29392 C:\Windows\System32\wdi\
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