MathWorks MATLAB EXE activate_matlab.exe

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Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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Activation Module files such as activate_matlab.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win64 EXE (Executable application) file, and was first created by MathWorks for the Activation Module software package.

activate_matlab.exe was initially released with MATLAB R2009a on 03/14/2009 for the Windows 10 Operating System. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by MathWorks.

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of activate_matlab.exe.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	activate_matlab.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Activation Module
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:	The MathWorks, Inc
Software Program:	Activation Module
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2001-2019

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x5558
Code Size:	22528

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File Info	Description
File Size:	119 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:18 13:36:14+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:07:19 02:28:42+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.15
Code Size:	22528
Initialized Data Size:	84480
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x5558
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	19.1.0.0
Product Version Number:	19.1.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	The MathWorks, Inc
File Description:	Activation Module
File Version:	19, 1, 0, 0
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2001-2019
Product Name:	Activation Module
Product Version:	19, 1, 0, 0

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What are activate_matlab.exe Error Messages?

activate_matlab.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are MATLAB errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when activate_matlab.exe is attempted to be loaded either when MATLAB is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using MATLAB.

In most cases, activate_matlab.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these activate_matlab.exe error messages mean that MATLAB was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, MATLAB will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common activate_matlab.exe errors include:

activate_matlab.exe - Bad Image.
activate_matlab.exe Application Error.
activate_matlab.exe could not be found.
activate_matlab.exe could not be installed.
activate_matlab.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
activate_matlab.exe could not be started.
activate_matlab.exe failed to initialize properly.
activate_matlab.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
activate_matlab.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
activate_matlab.exe is not running.
Cannot find activate_matlab.exe.
Error starting program: activate_matlab.exe.
Faulting Application Path: activate_matlab.exe.
The file activate_matlab.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - activate_matlab.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because activate_matlab.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the activate_matlab.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting activate_matlab.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Activation Module. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of The MathWorks, Inc, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of activate_matlab.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by 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 activate_matlab.exe 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 activate_matlab.exe 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 activate_matlab.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall MATLAB 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 MATLAB R2009a and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

MATLAB R2009a

MathWorks

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 activate_matlab.exe 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 activate_matlab.exe 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 activate_matlab.exe 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 activate_matlab.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free activate_matlab.exe files for every applicable version of MATLAB. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download activate_matlab.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate MATLAB folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\bin\win64\
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 activate_matlab.exe 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 activate_matlab.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

activate_matlab.exe

19.1.0.0

19, 1, 0, 0

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Activation Module
Software Version:	19.1.0.0
File Version:	19, 1, 0, 0
File Size:	122056
File Date:	12/18/2019
MD5 Checksum:	9694c2d28ce382ba10eb4157ae9bd0e4
SHA1 Checksum:	f837c6b2b52cad5997dfaf9861e28e6d7a25d6de
SHA256 Checksum:	651a3dd144b69403b2b8863a162ebf395b10585b6ebe30be00bd556a46b0cf9a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\bin\win64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	84480
Linker Version:	14.15
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	12/18/2019

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