Rpcrt4.dll Errors
There are several ways rpcrt4.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common error messages you might see:
Rpcrt4.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because rpcrt4.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\rpcrt4.dllThe file rpcrt4.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: rpcrt4.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.
These error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs or when Windows starts or shuts down. This file is associated with Remote Procedure Call Runtime, and is typically stored in the system32 folder. The context of the rpcrt4.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem. The error message could apply to any program or system that might utilize the file on any of Microsoft’s operating systems, including Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, etc.
How to Fix Rpcrt4.dll Errors
Follow these steps in the order they’re listed to try the more likely fixes first.
Need More Help?
If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. If you suspect this, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover the file with a free file recovery program. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.
