Download, Fix, and Update Ads_filter.ini

Last Updated: 12/13/2023
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The development of VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61 by VSO Software prompted the latest creation of ads_filter.ini. It is also known as a Windows Initialization file (file extension INI), which is classified as a type of Settings (Windows Initialization) file.

The first version of ads_filter.ini was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 06/25/2019 inside VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61. This is not only most recent release from VSO Software, but it's the only version known in existence.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, INI file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of ads_filter.ini.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ads_filter.ini
File Extension: INI file extension
File Type: Settings
Description: Windows Initialization
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61
Developer: VSO Software
Software: VSO Downloader
Software Version: 5.0.1.61
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 53278
Oldest File Date: 02/21/2020
Latest File Date: 02/21/2020


What are ads_filter.ini Error Messages?


General ads_filter.ini Runtime Errors

ads_filter.ini file errors often occur during the startup phase of VSO Downloader, but can also occur while the program is running. These types INI errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while VSO Downloader is running. Here are some of the most common ads_filter.ini runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\ProgramData\VSO\VSO Downloader\5\ads_filter.ini

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most INI errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your ads_filter.ini file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with VSO Downloader), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, ads_filter.ini file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading VSO Downloader, system crash while loading or saving ads_filter.ini, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix ads_filter.ini 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 ads_filter.ini 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 ads_filter.ini error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall VSO Downloader 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 VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61

VSO 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 ads_filter.ini 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 ads_filter.ini 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 ads_filter.ini 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 ads_filter.ini file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ads_filter.ini files for every applicable version of VSO Downloader. 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 ads_filter.ini Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate VSO Downloader folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\VSO\VSO Downloader\5\
  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 ads_filter.ini 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 ads_filter.ini Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ads_filter.ini to your appropriate Windows system directory. VSO Software typically does not release VSO Downloader INI 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 ads_filter.ini and all other INI files for VSO Downloader. An incorrectly installed INI file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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DWN_Belgium.ini Windows Initialization VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61 540722 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
global.ini Windows Initialization VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61 4146 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
PerfStringBackup.INI Windows Initialization VSO Downloader 5.0.1.61 1321920 C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\EFI\

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