Download and Repair UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf Issues

Last Updated: 12/12/2024
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UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf is considered a type of Private file. It is most-commonly used in WhatsApp 0.3.3793 developed by WhatsApp Inc. It uses the PF file extension and is considered a Archive (Private) file.

UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 07/25/2019 with WhatsApp 0.3.3793. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by WhatsApp Inc.

This article discusses complete file details, PF file troubleshooting instructions for problems with UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf
File Extension: PF file extension
File Type: Archive
Description: Private
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: WhatsApp 0.3.3793
Developer: WhatsApp Inc
Software: WhatsApp
Software Version: 0.3.3793
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 29444
Oldest File Date: 10/15/2019
Latest File Date: 10/15/2019


What are UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf Error Messages?


General UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf Runtime Errors

UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf file errors often occur during the startup phase of WhatsApp, but can also occur while the program is running. These types PF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while WhatsApp is running. Here are some of the most common UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Prefetch\UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most PF errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with WhatsApp), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading WhatsApp, system crash while loading or saving UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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:\Windows\Prefetch\
  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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf to your appropriate Windows system directory. WhatsApp Inc typically does not release WhatsApp PF 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 UPDATE.EXE-799BF051.pf and all other PF files for WhatsApp. An incorrectly installed PF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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WERMGR.EXE-2A1BCBC7.pf Private WhatsApp 0.3.3793 7131 C:\Windows\Temp\174185A8-D2A0-4F20-97C4-F905CED...
UPDATE.EXE-28C56658.pf Private WhatsApp 0.3.3793 28884 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
WMIPRVSE.EXE-43972D0F.pf Private WhatsApp 0.3.3793 8264 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
IEXPLORE.EXE-1B894AFB.pf Private WhatsApp 0.3.3793 14830 C:\Windows\Temp\6A6563E5-F590-42F6-B750-3D90549...
RUNDLL32.EXE-A051DAB7.pf Private WhatsApp 0.3.3793 4421 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\

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perfc009.dat Game Data WhatsApp 0.3.3793 244722 C:\Windows\System32\


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