Download WhatsAppSetup.exe and Troubleshoot Runtime Errors

Last Updated: 12/10/2024
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

WhatsApp files such as WhatsAppSetup.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, and was first created by WhatsApp Inc for the WhatsApp software package.

The initial introduction of WhatsAppSetup.exe released in WhatsApp 0.3.3793 was for Windows 10 on 07/25/2019. This is the most recent release date from WhatsApp Inc, according to our records.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, EXE file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of WhatsAppSetup.exe.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: WhatsAppSetup.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: WhatsApp
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: WhatsApp
Software Program: WhatsApp
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 2019 WhatsApp
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xab0b
Code Size: 117248


What are WhatsAppSetup.exe Error Messages?


WhatsAppSetup.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common WhatsAppSetup.exe errors include:

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


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

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

You can uninstall WhatsApp 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 WhatsApp 0.3.3793 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

WhatsApp 0.3.3793

WhatsApp Inc

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 WhatsAppSetup.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 WhatsAppSetup.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 WhatsAppSetup.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 WhatsAppSetup.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free WhatsAppSetup.exe files for every applicable version of WhatsApp. 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 WhatsAppSetup.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate WhatsApp folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
  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 WhatsAppSetup.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 WhatsAppSetup.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying WhatsAppSetup.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. WhatsApp Inc typically does not release WhatsApp 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 WhatsAppSetup.exe and all other EXE files for WhatsApp. 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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EXE Files Related to WhatsAppSetup.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
OneDrive.exe Microsoft OneDrive Microsoft OneDrive (19.152.0927.0012) 1592440 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
OneDriveSetup.exe Microsoft OneDrive (32 bit) Setup Microsoft OneDrive (19.152.0927.0012) 35077976 C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
squirrel.exe Windows Executable WhatsApp 0.3.3793 2253232 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
update.exe Windows Executable WhatsApp 0.3.3793 2253232 C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\P...
FileSyncHelper.exe Microsoft OneDriveFileSyncHelper Microsoft OneDrive (19.152.0927.0012) 2124104 C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Local\

Other Files Related to WhatsAppSetup.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language WhatsApp 0.3.3793 44683 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
EtwRTEventLog-Applicat... Microsoft Event Trace Log WhatsApp 0.3.3793 3248 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
snapshot.etl Microsoft Event Trace Log WhatsApp 0.3.3793 393216 C:\Windows\System32\WDI\{86432a0b-3c7d-4ddf-a89...
ntuser.dat Game Data WhatsApp 0.3.3793 1310720 C:\Users\Tester\
INDEX.BTR Btrieve Database WhatsApp 0.3.3793 4743168 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Repository\


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