Download Pidgin.exe and Troubleshoot Runtime Errors

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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pidgin.exe is considered a type of Pidgin file. It is most-commonly used in Pidgin developed by Open Source. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file.

The first version of pidgin.exe for Pidgin 2.12.0 was seen on 10/09/2017 in Windows 10. This file version is latest update offered from Open Source, according to our records.

In this article, you will find detailed pidgin.exe information, a EXE file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: pidgin.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Pidgin
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: The Pidgin developer community
Software Program: Pidgin
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 1998-2010 The Pidgin developer community (See the COPYRIGHT file in the source distribution).
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0000
Entry Point: 0x12a0
Code Size: 9728


What are pidgin.exe Error Messages?


pidgin.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common pidgin.exe errors include:

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


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

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

You can uninstall Pidgin 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 Pidgin 2.12.0 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Pidgin 2.12.0

Open Source

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 pidgin.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 pidgin.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 pidgin.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 pidgin.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free pidgin.exe files for every applicable version of Pidgin. 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 pidgin.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Pidgin folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Pidgin\
  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 pidgin.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 pidgin.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Open Source typically does not release Pidgin 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 pidgin.exe and all other EXE files for Pidgin. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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