Microsoft Microsoft Office 2013 Professional BAK OSPPSVC.EXE.bak

Troubleshoot OSPPSVC.EXE.bak Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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OSPPSVC.EXE.bak is considered a type of Microsoft Office Software Protection Platform Service file. It is most-commonly used in Microsoft® Office developed by Microsoft. It uses the BAK file extension and is considered a Win64 EXE (Executable application) file.

The first version of OSPPSVC.EXE.bak for Microsoft Word 2013 15 was seen on 01/30/2013 in Windows 10. The latest version update [v15.0.0169.500 (win7sp1_gdr_oob_osppv2(oobla).120705-1649)] for Microsoft Office 2013 Professional was (not specified) released on 01/30/2013.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting BAK file problems with OSPPSVC.EXE.bak, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	OSPPSVC.EXE.bak
File Extension:	BAK file extension
Description:	Microsoft Office Software Protection Platform Service
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Microsoft® Office
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	Private build
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x2b3c9c
Code Size:	4534272

View Other OSPPSVC.EXE.bak Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	4.9 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:29 08:41:49+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2012:07:06 00:13:20+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	4534272
Initialized Data Size:	590848
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2b3c9c
OS Version:	6.1
Image Version:	21315.20512
Subsystem Version:	6.1
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	15.0.169.500
Product Version Number:	15.0.169.500
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	Private build
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Microsoft Office Software Protection Platform Service
File Version:	15.0.0169.500 (win7sp1_gdr_oob_osppv2(oobla).120705-1649)
Internal Name:	osppsvc
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Microsoft® Office
Product Version:	15.0.0169.500

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What are OSPPSVC.EXE.bak Error Messages?

General OSPPSVC.EXE.bak Runtime Errors

OSPPSVC.EXE.bak file errors often occur during the startup phase of Microsoft Office 2013 Professional, but can also occur while the program is running. These types BAK errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Microsoft Office 2013 Professional is running. Here are some of the most common OSPPSVC.EXE.bak runtime errors:

OSPPSVC.EXE.bak could not be found.
OSPPSVC.EXE.bak error.
OSPPSVC.EXE.bak failed to load.
Error loading OSPPSVC.EXE.bak.
Failed to register OSPPSVC.EXE.bak / Cannot register OSPPSVC.EXE.bak.
Runtime Error - OSPPSVC.EXE.bak.
The file OSPPSVC.EXE.bak is missing or corrupt.

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\ProgramFilesCommonX64\Microsoft Shared\OfficeSoftwareProtectionPlatform\OSPPSVC.EXE.bak

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

Most BAK errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your OSPPSVC.EXE.bak file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Microsoft Office 2013 Professional), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, OSPPSVC.EXE.bak file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Microsoft Office 2013 Professional, system crash while loading or saving OSPPSVC.EXE.bak, 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.

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How to Fix OSPPSVC.EXE.bak 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 OSPPSVC.EXE.bak 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):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the OSPPSVC.EXE.bak error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Microsoft Office 2013 Professional (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Microsoft Office 2013 Professional software.

You can uninstall Microsoft Office 2013 Professional software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Microsoft Office 2013 Professional (not specified) and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Microsoft Office 2013 Professional software.

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

Microsoft Office 2013 Professional (not specified)

Microsoft Corporation

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 OSPPSVC.EXE.bak error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the OSPPSVC.EXE.bak error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your OSPPSVC.EXE.bak 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 OSPPSVC.EXE.bak file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free OSPPSVC.EXE.bak files for every applicable version of Microsoft Office 2013 Professional. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download OSPPSVC.EXE.bak Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Microsoft Office 2013 Professional folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\ProgramFilesCommonX64\Microsoft Shared\OfficeSoftwareProtectionPlatform\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\ProgramFilesCommonX64\Microsoft Shared\OfficeSoftwareProtectionPlatform\
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 OSPPSVC.EXE.bak 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.

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Download OSPPSVC.EXE.bak Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying OSPPSVC.EXE.bak to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Microsoft Office 2013 Professional BAK 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 OSPPSVC.EXE.bak and all other BAK files for Microsoft Office 2013 Professional. An incorrectly installed BAK file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Microsoft Office 2013 Professional (not specified)

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

OSPPSVC.EXE.bak

15.0.169.500

15.0.0169.500 (win7sp1_gdr_oob_osppv2(oobla).120705-1649)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® Office
Software Version:	15.0.169.500
File Version:	15.0.0169.500 (win7sp1_gdr_oob_osppv2(oobla).120705-1649)
File Size:	5132888
File Date:	01/29/2020
MD5 Checksum:	fb702dc5ca23d32348969657b86380fa
SHA1 Checksum:	a8b4810a8109d76cbeeb17b18008f0e16ba62e91
SHA256 Checksum:	4c686a360fc02331fc4f1bac6dff4c96dd6317dda33b634706d85afab9c09169
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\ ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	21315.20512
Initialized Data Size:	590848
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	01/29/2020

Microsoft Word 2013 15

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

OSPPSVC.EXE.bak

15.0.169.500

15.0.0169.500 (win7sp1_gdr_oob_osppv2(oobla).120705-1649)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® Office
Software Version:	15.0.169.500
File Version:	15.0.0169.500 (win7sp1_gdr_oob_osppv2(oobla).120705-1649)
File Size:	5132888
File Date:	01/29/2020
MD5 Checksum:	fb702dc5ca23d32348969657b86380fa
SHA1 Checksum:	a8b4810a8109d76cbeeb17b18008f0e16ba62e91
SHA256 Checksum:	4c686a360fc02331fc4f1bac6dff4c96dd6317dda33b634706d85afab9c09169
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\ ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	21315.20512
Initialized Data Size:	590848
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	01/29/2020

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