ICQ.lnk: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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LNK files such as ICQ.lnk are categorized as LNK (Windows File Shortcut) files. As a Windows File Shortcut file, it was created for use in ICQ 10.0.12262 by Mail.Ru.

ICQ.lnk was first developed on 11/27/2002 for the Windows 10 Operating System in ICQ build 3916. The most recent release for ICQ 10.0.12262 launched on 11/23/2017 [version 10.0.12262 release].

Please see below for more detailed information, LNK file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of ICQ.lnk.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ICQ.lnk
File Extension: LNK file extension
Description: ICQ
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: ICQ 10.0.12262
Developer: Mail.Ru
Software: ICQ
Software Version: 10.0.12262
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1935
Oldest File Date: 09/30/2019
Latest File Date: 10/02/2019


What are ICQ.lnk Error Messages?


General ICQ.lnk Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Tester\Desktop\ICQ.lnk

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


Most LNK errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your ICQ.lnk file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with ICQ), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, ICQ.lnk file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading ICQ, system crash while loading or saving ICQ.lnk, 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 ICQ.lnk 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 ICQ.lnk 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 ICQ.lnk error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall ICQ 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 ICQ 10.0.12262 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

ICQ 10.0.12262

Mail.Ru

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


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ICQ.lnk to your appropriate Windows system directory. Mail.Ru typically does not release ICQ LNK 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 ICQ.lnk and all other LNK files for ICQ. An incorrectly installed LNK file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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Files Related to ICQ.lnk


LNK Files Related to ICQ.lnk

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
ICQ.lnk Windows File Shortcut ICQ 10.0.12262 1935 C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\Ole DB\
ICQ Shared Files.lnk Windows File Shortcut ICQ build 3916 1867 C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\System\Ole DB\
ICQ.lnk Windows File Shortcut ICQ build 3916 1818 C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\Ole DB\

Other Files Related to ICQ.lnk

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log ICQ build 3916 1398456 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header ICQ build 3916 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
api-ms-win-core-profil... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 17528 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
api-ms-win-core-sysinf... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 19064 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language ICQ 10.0.12262 3813 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\


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