How to Fix WiFiSharing.ini Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 01/19/2024
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INI files such as WiFiSharing.ini are categorized as Settings (Windows Initialization) files. As a Windows Initialization file, it was created for use in Baidu WiFi Hotspot 5.1.4.124910 by Baidu.

The first version of WiFiSharing.ini for Baidu WiFi Hotspot 5.1.4.124910 was seen on 05/07/2015 in Windows 10. This file version is latest update offered from Baidu, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, INI file troubleshooting instructions for problems with WiFiSharing.ini, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: WiFiSharing.ini
File Extension: INI file extension
File Type: Settings
Description: Windows Initialization
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Baidu WiFi Hotspot 5.1.4.124910
Developer: Baidu
Software: Baidu WiFi Hotspot
Software Version: 5.1.4.124910
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 87
Oldest File Date: 01/10/2020
Latest File Date: 01/10/2020


What are WiFiSharing.ini Error Messages?


General WiFiSharing.ini Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\Baidu\WifiHotspot\WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.ini file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Baidu WiFi Hotspot), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, WiFiSharing.ini file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Baidu WiFi Hotspot, system crash while loading or saving WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.ini error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Baidu WiFi Hotspot 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 Baidu WiFi Hotspot 5.1.4.124910 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Baidu WiFi Hotspot software.

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

Baidu WiFi Hotspot 5.1.4.124910

Baidu

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 WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.ini file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free WiFiSharing.ini files for every applicable version of Baidu WiFi Hotspot. 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 WiFiSharing.ini Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Baidu WiFi Hotspot folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\Baidu\WifiHotspot\
  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 WiFiSharing.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 WiFiSharing.ini Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying WiFiSharing.ini to your appropriate Windows system directory. Baidu typically does not release Baidu WiFi Hotspot 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 WiFiSharing.ini and all other INI files for Baidu WiFi Hotspot. An incorrectly installed INI 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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