Green Torch Studios Windows Media Codec Pack EXE WMCodecPack.exe

Download WMCodecPack.exe and Fix Runtime Errors

Last Updated: 12/10/2024
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Windows Executable files such as WMCodecPack.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) file, and was first created by Green Torch Studios for the Windows Media Codec Pack 2 software package.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for WMCodecPack.exe was on 07/14/2010 inside Windows Media Codec Pack 2. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Green Torch Studios.

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of WMCodecPack.exe.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	WMCodecPack.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:	Windows Media Codec Pack 2
Developer:	Green Torch Studios
Software:	Windows Media Codec Pack
Software Version:	2

File Details
Entry Point:	0x323c
Code Size:	23552

View Other WMCodecPack.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	7.0 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:19 14:17:17+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2009:12:05 22:50:46+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	23552
Initialized Data Size:	119808
Uninitialized Data Size:	1024
Entry Point:	0x323c
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	6.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are WMCodecPack.exe Error Messages?

WMCodecPack.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common WMCodecPack.exe errors include:

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

System Error

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

Step 2: If recently installed Windows Media Codec Pack (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Windows Media Codec Pack software.

You can uninstall Windows Media Codec Pack 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 Windows Media Codec Pack 2 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Windows Media Codec Pack software.

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

Windows Media Codec Pack 2

Green Torch Studios

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

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download WMCodecPack.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Windows Media Codec Pack 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 WMCodecPack.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 WMCodecPack.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying WMCodecPack.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Green Torch Studios typically does not release Windows Media Codec Pack 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 WMCodecPack.exe and all other EXE files for Windows Media Codec Pack. 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 Media Codec Pack 2

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

WMCodecPack.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	7380704
File Date:	02/19/2020
MD5 Checksum:	00023f2b493b68ca5f173ed7c3049a31
SHA1 Checksum:	d9e6e990368567dd370c47b15bb9d82055037a27
SHA256 Checksum:	1496adf8592672b3d5606bfd10336984e4ffd4e3a0d162c20ed5a2244cf60cf3
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:	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:	02/19/2020

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