Fix vssapi.dll Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing vssapi.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent vssapi.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

vssapi.dll file MicrosoftÂ® Volume Shadow Copy Requestor/Writer Services API DLL. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of vssapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vssapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download vssapi.dll

4.1 List of vssapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vssapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MicrosoftÂ® Volume Shadow Copy Requestor/Writer Services API DLL

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common vssapi.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to vssapi.dll file. vssapi.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to vssapi.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

vssapi.dll is corrupted
vssapi.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - vssapi.dll
vssapi.dll file error
vssapi.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register vssapi.dll file:
vssapi.dll file could not be loaded
vssapi.dll file doesn't exist

vssapi.dll

Application could not be started because vssapi.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to vssapi.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing vssapi.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix vssapi.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

vssapi.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with vssapi.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to vssapi.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of vssapi.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to vssapi.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the vssapi.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the vssapi.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the vssapi.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace vssapi.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace vssapi.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded vssapi.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vssapi.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your vssapi.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows 10

File size 1157632 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	b95630bd8293968a9b24b5ee8f877c53
	SHA1	4a21e42f8f2aacbdedc73528418804a7e11e1008
	SHA256	4459e16160cc2a0075f1e3ed29cddef8a24b3b35b6aa59938721c82b40b6a495
	CRC32	b4c8e7b9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1142272 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	5905e9083722283220925a22ab58757e
	SHA1	d7fe41a7cffffa2c675f5526c06b71f4380915f3
	SHA256	9ca65885a6fb37526daff17747f6ad9dcd51045777ab986d320bac2acb10de21
	CRC32	3ef5727b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1195008 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d4b07af2d86b4b21075f0b5437ed8e28
	SHA1	dff0208d57ed34edd9ed455163241b2f90076bda
	SHA256	a6e7a2ddff5c4f8c54c3368b35bb08bf266947daf09d27fce481836ebb9e9706
	CRC32	1a750864
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1753088 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0e2f58f6e698edcb9e58fad0cbcd0567
	SHA1	f30b998c9d034006103a7b86ce8786d23d3aeb87
	SHA256	426fb40a065fef61980c803ef72d0d326c623340c3ae99ca8affdefb81e8d49d
	CRC32	5cb259f6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1128448 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	13337a3fb17f2242487fd45488ed0485
	SHA1	ce4bd4ad58af29079c01d69726ac9ce7112df5bc
	SHA256	c174f8652118876494336ab88a65d594e0e6ccbab20cc6ba08e6b253855a01ca
	CRC32	c8611e46
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1077248 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	17fc3eda0162f513e858b8c8fa7fa6e0
	SHA1	98b990e2d45f51005b91dd49bfe24fa2d069676d
	SHA256	6a1ee9da1ab4a038258b6343e28c6f288aafbbf3075c88bfbadb98c763f906ac
	CRC32	7566f9da
	Example file location	---

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1495040 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	2e10eb73ed1e094e9a113d0798058b88
	SHA1	8a264fe787e2b278c9942af124aefd423bb8d3c1
	SHA256	d0ab6b3a42868462054d979072e90e4ddc79e227b052fc1394ce723dc969f1aa
	CRC32	9a44ab3c
	Example file location	---

Filename vssapi.dll

System Windows XP

File size 430592 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	acacb8b14e66109b8acd6644b5574b9a
	SHA1	17ac2a72bd6aba372fee767e07d5bf8601fb9d60
	SHA256	2373e67eb51f8045e7cd346f75b4bad093e29cc609955bbc4c9fef7a97a5fd86
	CRC32	d04ac0c9
	Example file location	---