Qihoo 360 Technology 360 Total Security EXE SMLHelper64.exe

SMLHelper64.exe - Download and Fix EXE Errors

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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360软件小助手 files, such as SMLHelper64.exe, are considered a type of Win64 EXE (Executable application) file. They are associated with the EXE file extension, developed by Qihoo 360 Technology for 360软件小助手.

The initial introduction of SMLHelper64.exe released in 360 Total Security 10.6.0.1223 was for Windows 10 on 10/12/2019. This is not only most recent release from Qihoo 360 Technology, 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 SMLHelper64.exe.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SMLHelper64.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	360软件小助手
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	360.cn
Software Program:	360软件小助手
Legal Copyright:	(C) 360.cn Inc. All Rights Reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Chinese (Simplified)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
Entry Point:	0x8d94
Code Size:	77312

View Other SMLHelper64.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	151 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:30 13:53:28+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2017:05:04 04:41:49+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	77312
Initialized Data Size:	63488
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x8d94
OS Version:	5.2
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.2
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	1.0.0.1011
Product Version Number:	1.0.0.1011
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Chinese (Simplified)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	360.cn
File Description:	360软件小助手
File Version:	1, 0, 0, 1011
Internal Name:	MenuHelp.exe
Legal Copyright:	(C) 360.cn Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Product Name:	360软件小助手
Product Version:	1, 0, 0, 1011

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What are SMLHelper64.exe Error Messages?

SMLHelper64.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are 360 Total Security errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when SMLHelper64.exe is attempted to be loaded either when 360 Total Security is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using 360 Total Security.

In most cases, SMLHelper64.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these SMLHelper64.exe error messages mean that 360 Total Security was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, 360 Total Security will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common SMLHelper64.exe errors include:

SMLHelper64.exe - Bad Image.
SMLHelper64.exe Application Error.
SMLHelper64.exe could not be found.
SMLHelper64.exe could not be installed.
SMLHelper64.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
SMLHelper64.exe could not be started.
SMLHelper64.exe failed to initialize properly.
SMLHelper64.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
SMLHelper64.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
SMLHelper64.exe is not running.
Cannot find SMLHelper64.exe.
Error starting program: SMLHelper64.exe.
Faulting Application Path: SMLHelper64.exe.
The file SMLHelper64.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - SMLHelper64.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because SMLHelper64.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 SMLHelper64.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting SMLHelper64.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using 360软件小助手. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of 360.cn, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of SMLHelper64.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.

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How to Fix SMLHelper64.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 SMLHelper64.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):

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 SMLHelper64.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed 360 Total Security (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling 360 Total Security software.

You can uninstall 360 Total Security 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 360 Total Security 10.6.0.1223 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall 360 Total Security software.

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

360 Total Security 10.6.0.1223

Qihoo 360 Technology

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 SMLHelper64.exe 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 SMLHelper64.exe 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 SMLHelper64.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 SMLHelper64.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SMLHelper64.exe files for every applicable version of 360 Total Security. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download SMLHelper64.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate 360 Total Security folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\360\Total Security\softmgr\SML\
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 SMLHelper64.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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Download SMLHelper64.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SMLHelper64.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Qihoo 360 Technology typically does not release 360 Total Security 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 SMLHelper64.exe and all other EXE files for 360 Total Security. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

360 Total Security 10.6.0.1223

360 Total Security 10.6.0.1223

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SMLHelper64.exe

1.0.0.1011

1, 0, 0, 1011

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	360软件小助手
Software Version:	1.0.0.1011
File Version:	1, 0, 0, 1011
File Size:	154584
File Date:	11/30/2019
MD5 Checksum:	307208efbf8a7d1706e45c2dcdfdce6d
SHA1 Checksum:	8997863875b046d5a0ef6dbbc5056a72cce9a898
SHA256 Checksum:	3b47940bd8deaee7449bd14832440567fa47b2003891156359b82338e56076f7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\360\Total Security\soft ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	63488
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	11/30/2019

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