Fix Tap-windows.exe Errors and Download Now

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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EXE files such as tap-windows.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) files. As a Windows Executable file, it was created for use in Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 by Steganos Software.

The first version of tap-windows.exe for Easy-Hide-IP 4.7 was seen on 07/20/2017 in Windows 10. The most recent version [file version 2.0.4] was introduced on 09/17/2018 for Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: tap-windows.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
File Type: Executable Application
Description: Windows Executable
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4
Developer: Steganos Software
Software: Steganos Online Shield VPN
Software Version: 2.0.4
File Details
Entry Point: 0x3328
Code Size: 25088


What are tap-windows.exe Error Messages?


tap-windows.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common tap-windows.exe errors include:

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


The program can’t start because tap-windows.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 tap-windows.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting tap-windows.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Steganos Software, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of tap-windows.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 tap-windows.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 tap-windows.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 tap-windows.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Steganos Online Shield VPN (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Steganos Online Shield VPN software.

You can uninstall Steganos Online Shield VPN 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 Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Steganos Online Shield VPN software.

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

Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4

Steganos Software

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 tap-windows.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 tap-windows.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 tap-windows.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 tap-windows.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free tap-windows.exe files for every applicable version of Steganos Online Shield VPN. 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 tap-windows.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Steganos Online Shield VPN folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn64\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Easy-Hide-IP VPN\tap\
  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 tap-windows.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 tap-windows.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Steganos Software typically does not release Steganos Online Shield VPN 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 tap-windows.exe and all other EXE files for Steganos Online Shield VPN. 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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EXE Files Related to tap-windows.exe

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SteganosBrowserMonitor... Steganos Online Shield Browser Monitor mySteganos Online Shield (2.0.8.12566) 1174528 C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
OneDriveUpdaterService... Updater Service Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 2487144 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
updater.exe Update Wizard mySteganos Online Shield (2.0.8.12566) 4592096 C:\Windows\System32\sru\
OnlineShieldServiceSta... OnlineShield Service Starter mySteganos Online Shield (2.0.8.12566) 65024 C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
openvpn.exe OpenVPN Daemon OpenVPN (2.4.8.0) 840632 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\

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setuperr.log Log Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 5179 C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\
WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 5718 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 93050 C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\
msvcp60.dll Microsoft (R) C++ Runtime Library Microsoft (R) Visual C++ (6.02.3104.0) 413696 C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\o...


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