Fixing Databases.db Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 12/16/2024
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Databases.db, also known as a Mobile Device Database file, was created by Google for the development of Google Chrome 78.0.3904.87. DB files fall under under the Database (Mobile Device Database) file type category.

The initial introduction of Databases.db released in WhatsApp 0.3.3793 was for Windows 10 on 07/25/2019. On 10/31/2019, version 78.0.3904.87 was released for Google Chrome 78.0.3904.87.

This article discusses complete file details, DB file troubleshooting instructions for problems with Databases.db, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Databases.db
File Extension: DB file extension
File Type: Database
Description: Mobile Device Database
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Google Chrome 78.0.3904.87
Developer: Google
Software: Google Chrome
Software Version: 78.0.3904.87
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 28672
Oldest File Date: 10/15/2019
Latest File Date: 02/27/2020


What are Databases.db Error Messages?


General Databases.db Runtime Errors

Databases.db file errors often occur during the startup phase of Google Chrome, but can also occur while the program is running. These types DB errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Google Chrome is running. Here are some of the most common Databases.db runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\databases\Databases.db

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


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

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

You can uninstall Google Chrome 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 Google Chrome 78.0.3904.87 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Google Chrome software.

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

Google Chrome 78.0.3904.87

Google

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 Databases.db 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 Databases.db 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 Databases.db 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 Databases.db file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Databases.db files for every applicable version of Google Chrome. 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 Databases.db Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Google Chrome folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\databases\
    Windows 10: C:\GoogleChromePortable\Data\profile\Default\databases\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Razer\Razer Central\WebAppCache\databases\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\WhatsApp\databases\
  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 Databases.db 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 Databases.db Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


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

Windows 10


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DB Files Related to Databases.db

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
cversions.1.db Mobile Device Database Google Chrome 79.0.3945.16 16384 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
thumbcache_256.db Mobile Device Database Google Chrome 78.0.3904.70 1048576 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
IconCache.db Mobile Device Database Google Chrome 78.0.3904.70 25018 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
wpndatabase.db Mobile Device Database Google Chrome 79.0.3945.16 1048576 C:\Documents and Settings\LocalService\Local Se...
iconcache_32.db Mobile Device Database Google Chrome 78.0.3904.70 2097152 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...

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CBS.log Log Google Chrome 77.0.3865.90 9399071 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setupact.log Log Google Earth 7.3.2 23402 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log Log Google Chrome 79.0.3945.16 28587 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log Log Google Chrome 78.0.3904.87 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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