Download Ksapi.dll and Troubleshoot DLL Errors

Last Updated: 12/15/2024
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ksapi.dll uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a Kingsoft KSAPI Module file. It is classified as a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for Kingsoft Antivirus Security System by Cheetah Mobile.

The first version of ksapi.dll was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 10/27/2017 inside Clean Master for PC 6. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from Cheetah Mobile.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ksapi.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Kingsoft KSAPI Module
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Kingsoft Corporation
Software Program: Kingsoft Antivirus Security System
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 1998-2017 Kingsoft Corporation
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: Neutral
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x1892c
Code Size: 155648


What are ksapi.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library ksapi.dll Errors

ksapi.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like ksapi.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like cmcore.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Clean Master for PC) could share the same ksapi.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 ksapi.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Clean Master for PC is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common ksapi.dll errors include:

Your ksapi.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Clean Master for PC), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, ksapi.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Clean Master for PC, system crash while loading ksapi.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.



How to Fix ksapi.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 ksapi.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):

  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 ksapi.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Clean Master for PC (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Clean Master for PC software.

You can uninstall Clean Master for PC 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 Clean Master for PC 6 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Clean Master for PC software.

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

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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 ksapi.dll 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 ksapi.dll 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 ksapi.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 ksapi.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ksapi.dll files for every applicable version of Clean Master for PC. 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 ksapi.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Clean Master for PC folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\cmcm\Clean Master\
  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 ksapi.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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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ksapi.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Cheetah Mobile typically does not release Clean Master for PC 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 ksapi.dll and all other DLL files for Clean Master for PC. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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