Repair IPCFilter.exe Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/28/2023
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Windows Executable files such as IPCFilter.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) file, and was first created by PLUSTECH for the IP Changer 2 software package.

IPCFilter.exe was initially released with IP Changer 2 on 10/05/2001 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This is not only most recent release from PLUSTECH, but it's the only version known in existence.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free IPCFilter.exe downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	IPCFilter.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	IP Changer 2
Developer:	PLUSTECH
Software:	IP Changer
Software Version:	2

File Details
Entry Point:	0x1540
Code Size:	16384

View Other IPCFilter.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	40 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:04 16:53:48+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2001:08:27 22:16:25+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	16384
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1540
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are IPCFilter.exe Error Messages?

IPCFilter.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common IPCFilter.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because IPCFilter.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 IPCFilter.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting IPCFilter.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using IP Changer 2. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of PLUSTECH, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of IPCFilter.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 IPCFilter.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 IPCFilter.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 IPCFilter.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall IP Changer 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 IP Changer 2 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

IP Changer 2

PLUSTECH

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Plustech Inc\IP Changer 2.0\
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 IPCFilter.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 IPCFilter.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

IP Changer 2

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

IPCFilter.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	40960
File Date:	12/04/2019
MD5 Checksum:	a106a0cbecba77496685d8439af36718
SHA1 Checksum:	9c44f66eb3b75282c60e316f77c377afc15c3516
SHA256 Checksum:	210baf0370896a94ceea7bfd477993a1a14019482ef12631bd44602c6c62893f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Plustech Inc\IP Changer ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	12/04/2019

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