Jailbreak VPN Free VPN EXE tap-fixer.exe

How to Download Tap-fixer.exe and Fix Runtime Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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Windows Executable files, such as tap-fixer.exe, are considered a type of Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) file. They are associated with the EXE file extension, developed by Jailbreak VPN for Free VPN 1.

tap-fixer.exe was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 12/22/2015 with Free VPN 1. This file version is latest update offered from Jailbreak VPN, according to our records.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting EXE file problems with tap-fixer.exe, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	tap-fixer.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Free VPN 1
Developer:	Jailbreak VPN
Software:	Free VPN
Software Version:	1

File Details
Entry Point:	0x30cb
Code Size:	23040

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File Info	Description
File Size:	235 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:14 05:50:08+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2009:12:05 22:50:41+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	23040
Initialized Data Size:	119808
Uninitialized Data Size:	1024
Entry Point:	0x30cb
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	6.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are tap-fixer.exe Error Messages?

tap-fixer.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common tap-fixer.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because tap-fixer.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 tap-fixer.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting tap-fixer.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Free VPN 1. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Jailbreak VPN, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of tap-fixer.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 tap-fixer.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 tap-fixer.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 tap-fixer.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Free VPN 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 Free VPN 1 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Free VPN 1

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Jailbreak VPN\Free VPN\
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 tap-fixer.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 tap-fixer.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

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File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

tap-fixer.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	240536
File Date:	01/14/2020
MD5 Checksum:	ac9b2624ef366742c9ad32b86225a251
SHA1 Checksum:	f74c6c5212bcb9b801b3aec6ae8aac9651b212b6
SHA256 Checksum:	02e1013ee8d548edc3fbafab672977ea8c677cf1f0b57018652fcf2a2411cbfb
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Jailbreak VPN\Free VPN\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	119808
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:	01/14/2020

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Files Related to tap-fixer.exe

EXE Files Related to tap-fixer.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
tapinstallWin32.exe	Windows Setup API	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (6.1.7600.16385)	77824	C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\
OneDriveUpdaterService...	Updater Service	Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012)	2487144	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
MpSigStub.exe	Microsoft Malware Protection Signature Update Stub	Microsoft Malware Protection (1.1.16500.1)	748816	C:\Windows\inf\
OneDriveSetup.exe	Microsoft OneDrive (32 bit) Setup	Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012)	35086184	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
openvpnserv.exe	OpenVPN Service	OpenVPN (2.3.6.0)	33080	C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\

Other Files Related to tap-fixer.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
SA.DAT	Game Data	Free VPN 1	6	C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
setupapi.dev.log	Log	Free VPN 1	684126	C:\Windows\inf\
WmiApRpl.ini	Windows Initialization	Free VPN 1	29736	C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
api-ms-win-core-profil...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	10600	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Free VPN 1	44683	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\

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