How to Download and Fix Rcsetup153.exe Errors

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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Recuva Installer files such as rcsetup153.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, and was first created by Piriform for the Recuva software package.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for rcsetup153.exe was on 06/08/2016 inside Recuva 1.53.1087. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Piriform.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free rcsetup153.exe downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	rcsetup153.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Recuva Installer
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Piriform Ltd
Software Program:	Recuva
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2006-2016 Piriform Ltd

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0000
Entry Point:	0x3a1c
Code Size:	29696

View Other rcsetup153.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	5.3 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:16 06:52:19+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2015:12:29 21:34:49+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	29696
Initialized Data Size:	441856
Uninitialized Data Size:	16896
Entry Point:	0x3a1c
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	6.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.0.0.0
Product Version Number:	1.0.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x0000
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Piriform Ltd
File Description:	Recuva Installer
File Version:	1.0.0.0
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2006-2016 Piriform Ltd
Product Name:	Recuva

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What are rcsetup153.exe Error Messages?

rcsetup153.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Recuva errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when rcsetup153.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Recuva is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Recuva.

In most cases, rcsetup153.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these rcsetup153.exe error messages mean that Recuva was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Recuva will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common rcsetup153.exe errors include:

rcsetup153.exe - Bad Image.
rcsetup153.exe Application Error.
rcsetup153.exe could not be found.
rcsetup153.exe could not be installed.
rcsetup153.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
rcsetup153.exe could not be started.
rcsetup153.exe failed to initialize properly.
rcsetup153.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
rcsetup153.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
rcsetup153.exe is not running.
Cannot find rcsetup153.exe.
Error starting program: rcsetup153.exe.
Faulting Application Path: rcsetup153.exe.
The file rcsetup153.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - rcsetup153.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting rcsetup153.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Recuva. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Piriform Ltd, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Recuva 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 Recuva 1.53.1087 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Recuva 1.53.1087

Piriform

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 rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free rcsetup153.exe files for every applicable version of Recuva. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download rcsetup153.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Recuva folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
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 rcsetup153.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 rcsetup153.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying rcsetup153.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Piriform typically does not release Recuva 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 rcsetup153.exe and all other EXE files for Recuva. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Recuva 1.53.1087

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

rcsetup153.exe

1.0.0.0

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Recuva
Software Version:	1.0.0.0
File Version:	1.0.0.0
File Size:	5562976
File Date:	11/16/2019
MD5 Checksum:	264474ae9b9fd039ac0c113f88f7bd2d
SHA1 Checksum:	4a3cdbd119bb149ffd96bab9dddb768e505460b0
SHA256 Checksum:	75155568d64e958d8003f9fbb36839fc9a53bfab3b51a8a1106a78e5be98b2e9
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	441856
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/16/2019

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