IObit Advanced SystemCare Ultimate DLL BDSHOOK.dll

How to Fix BDSHOOK.dll Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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BDSHOOK files such as BDSHOOK.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Executable application) file, and was first created by IObit for the Advanced SystemCare Ultimate software package.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for BDSHOOK.dll was on 09/12/2019 inside IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748. The latest version update [v12.0.0.3] for Advanced SystemCare Ultimate was 12.1.0.120 released on 05/30/2019.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of BDSHOOK.dll.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	BDSHOOK.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	BDSHOOK
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	IObit
Software Program:	Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
Legal Copyright:	© IObit. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0xc5a70
Code Size:	804864

View Other BDSHOOK.dll Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	942 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:10:23 15:45:03+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2018:11:19 02:22:43+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.25
Code Size:	804864
Initialized Data Size:	145408
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0xc5a70
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	12.0.0.3
Product Version Number:	12.0.0.3
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	IObit
File Description:	BDSHOOK
File Version:	12.0.0.3
Internal Name:	BDSHOOK
Legal Copyright:	© IObit. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
Product Version:	12.0.0.0
Comments:
Legal Trademarks:	IObit

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What are BDSHOOK.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library BDSHOOK.dll Errors

BDSHOOK.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like BDSHOOK.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like Setup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Advanced SystemCare Ultimate) could share the same BDSHOOK.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when BDSHOOK.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Advanced SystemCare Ultimate is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common BDSHOOK.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - BDSHOOK.dll.
BDSHOOK.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare Ultimate\BDSHOOK.dll.
Cannot register BDSHOOK.dll.
Cannot start Advanced SystemCare Ultimate. A required component is missing: BDSHOOK.dll. Please install Advanced SystemCare Ultimate again.
Failed to load BDSHOOK.dll.
The application has failed to start because BDSHOOK.dll was not found.
The file BDSHOOK.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because BDSHOOK.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your BDSHOOK.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Advanced SystemCare Ultimate), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, BDSHOOK.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Advanced SystemCare Ultimate, system crash while loading BDSHOOK.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a 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 BDSHOOK.dll 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 BDSHOOK.dll 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 BDSHOOK.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Advanced SystemCare Ultimate (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Advanced SystemCare Ultimate software.

You can uninstall Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 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 Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Advanced SystemCare Ultimate software.

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

Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120

IObit

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 BDSHOOK.dll 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 BDSHOOK.dll 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 BDSHOOK.dll 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 BDSHOOK.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free BDSHOOK.dll files for every applicable version of Advanced SystemCare Ultimate. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download BDSHOOK.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Advanced SystemCare Ultimate folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Malware Fighter\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare Ultimate\
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 BDSHOOK.dll 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 BDSHOOK.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying BDSHOOK.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. IObit typically does not release Advanced SystemCare Ultimate DLL 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 BDSHOOK.dll and all other DLL files for Advanced SystemCare Ultimate. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

BDSHOOK.dll

7.0.0.0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	IObit Malware Fighter
Software Version:	7.0.0.0
File Version:	7.0.0.0
File Size:	964368
File Date:	10/09/2019
MD5 Checksum:	6bebac17443bc77aef05ab0e4abead55
SHA1 Checksum:	d118a64360b9eab63bfdd18da0ad77d860bf29eb
SHA256 Checksum:	761eba40bb2d1dd2a83a1c34f097928e83cc15e05cf68b815fd2eae744794fab
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Malware Fig ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	145408
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/09/2019

Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

BDSHOOK.dll

12.0.0.3

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
Software Version:	12.0.0.3
File Version:	12.0.0.3
File Size:	964368
File Date:	10/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	6c49dfd232b3690c8d7c1397d2a4a87a
SHA1 Checksum:	9b87b4214f5cbb58ebc625fd2d213a216e000187
SHA256 Checksum:	091a34d2eb84ac401837a620811941656cec7e78a0f2b89db0d3251bd91ad482
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCa ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	145408
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/23/2019

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