Initpki.dll Errors
There are several ways initpki.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common error messages you might see:
Initpki.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because initpki.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\initpki.dllThe file initpki.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: initpki.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.
Initpki.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, or when Windows starts or shuts down. The context of the initpki.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.
How to Fix Initpki.dll Errors
Follow these steps in the order they’re given below to try the more likely fixes first.
Need More Help?
If you’re not interested in fixing this DLL 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.
