Download, Fix, and Update PFilters.dll

Last Updated: 12/13/2024
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

The development of GridinSoft Anti-Malware by GridinSoft LLC prompted the latest creation of pFilters.dll. It is also known as a GridinSoft Internet Security Protocol Filters file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for pFilters.dll was on 12/17/2019 inside GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18. This is not only most recent release from GridinSoft LLC, but it's the only version known in existence.

This article discusses complete file details, DLL file troubleshooting instructions for problems with pFilters.dll, 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: pFilters.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: GridinSoft Internet Security Protocol Filters
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: GridinSoft LLC
Software Program: GridinSoft Anti-Malware
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 2003-2019, GridinSoft LLC. All rights reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x396a4
Code Size: 334336


What are pFilters.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library pFilters.dll Errors

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

Your pFilters.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with GridinSoft Anti-Malware), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, pFilters.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading GridinSoft Anti-Malware, system crash while loading pFilters.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 pFilters.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 pFilters.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 pFilters.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed GridinSoft Anti-Malware (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling GridinSoft Anti-Malware software.

You can uninstall GridinSoft Anti-Malware 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 GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall GridinSoft Anti-Malware software.

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

GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18

GridinSoft LLC

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 pFilters.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 pFilters.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 pFilters.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 pFilters.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free pFilters.dll files for every applicable version of GridinSoft Anti-Malware. 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 pFilters.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate GridinSoft Anti-Malware folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\GridinSoft Anti-Malware\
  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 pFilters.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.



Download pFilters.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying pFilters.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. GridinSoft LLC typically does not release GridinSoft Anti-Malware 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 pFilters.dll and all other DLL files for GridinSoft Anti-Malware. An incorrectly installed DLL 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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WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
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