Ldm.url: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/30/2023
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ldm.url uses the URL file extension, which is more specifically known as a Internet Shortcut file. It is classified as a Internet Shortcut (Internet Shortcut) file, created for Light Downloader 2.6.8 by Light Downloader.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for ldm.url was on 02/20/2012 inside Light Downloader 2.6.8. This file marks the latest update from Light Downloader, according to our records.

In this article, you will find detailed ldm.url information, a URL file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ldm.url
File Extension: URL file extension
File Type: Internet Shortcut
Description: Internet Shortcut
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Light Downloader 2.6.8
Developer: Light Downloader
Software: Light Downloader
Software Version: 2.6.8
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 57
Oldest File Date: 02/01/2020
Latest File Date: 02/01/2020


What are ldm.url Error Messages?


General ldm.url Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Light Downloader\ldm.url

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


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

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

You can uninstall Light 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 Light Downloader 2.6.8 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Light Downloader 2.6.8

Light Downloader

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 ldm.url 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 ldm.url 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 ldm.url 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 ldm.url file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ldm.url files for every applicable version of Light 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 ldm.url Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Light Downloader folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Light Downloader\
  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 ldm.url 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 ldm.url Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


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

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