How to Update, Download, and Fix NitroPDFReader.exe

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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NitroPDFReader.exe is considered a type of Nitro Reader 5 file. It is most-commonly used in Nitro Reader 5 developed by Nitro Software. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win64 EXE (Executable application) file.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for NitroPDFReader.exe was on 08/02/2016 inside Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from Nitro Software.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: NitroPDFReader.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Nitro Reader 5
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Nitro PDF
Software Program: Nitro Reader 5
Legal Copyright: Nitro Software, Inc. All rights reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0037
Entry Point: 0x2526c8
Code Size: 2661376


What are NitroPDFReader.exe Error Messages?


NitroPDFReader.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when NitroPDFReader.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit).

In most cases, NitroPDFReader.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these NitroPDFReader.exe error messages mean that Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common NitroPDFReader.exe errors include:

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


The program can’t start because NitroPDFReader.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 NitroPDFReader.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting NitroPDFReader.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Nitro Reader 5. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Nitro PDF, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of NitroPDFReader.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.



How to Fix NitroPDFReader.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 NitroPDFReader.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):

  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 NitroPDFReader.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) software.

You can uninstall Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 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 Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) software.

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

Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2

Nitro Software

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 NitroPDFReader.exe 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 NitroPDFReader.exe 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 NitroPDFReader.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 NitroPDFReader.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free NitroPDFReader.exe files for every applicable version of Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit). 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 NitroPDFReader.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Nitro\Reader 5\
  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 NitroPDFReader.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.



Download NitroPDFReader.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying NitroPDFReader.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Nitro Software typically does not release Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 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 NitroPDFReader.exe and all other EXE files for Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit). An incorrectly installed EXE 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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EXE Files Related to NitroPDFReader.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
nitro_reader5_64.exe Installation and setup files for Nitro PDF Reader (en-US) Nitro PDF Reader (en-US) (2.1.1009.0) 56967528 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Deleted\Microsoft....
NitroPrinterInstallerx... Nitro Printer Installer Nitro Reader (10.5.9.11) 31392 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.ZuneMusi...
Music.UI.exe Music Application Entertainment Platform (10.19101.107100000-19101) 23313408 C:\Windows\Panther\
FileCoAuth.exe Microsoft OneDriveFile Co-Authoring Executable Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 506728 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
BsSndRpt64.exe Crash reporting Send Utility, BsSndRpt.exe BugSplat Crash Report Send Utility (3, 2, 0, 634) 437408 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...

Other Files Related to NitroPDFReader.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
CBS.log Log Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 888331 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setupact.log Log Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupapi.dev.log Log Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 684126 C:\Windows\inf\
api-ms-win-core-synch-... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 13160 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
EtwRTEventLog-Applicat... Microsoft Event Trace Log Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 14984 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\


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