Microsoft Windows WINMD CollectionProvider.winmd

CollectionProvider.winmd: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 12/15/2023
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WINMD files such as CollectionProvider.winmd are categorized as Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) files. As a CollectionProvider file, it was created for use in CollectionProvider by Microsoft.

The first release of CollectionProvider.winmd for the Windows 8 platform was on 08/01/2012 for Windows 8. The latest version update [v3.0.4.212] for Windows was 8.1 released on 10/18/2013.

Please see below for more detailed information, WINMD file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of CollectionProvider.winmd.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	CollectionProvider.winmd
File Extension:	WINMD file extension
Description:	CollectionProvider
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft
Software Program:	CollectionProvider
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © Microsoft 2013

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0xfa16
Code Size:	56320
Assembly Version:	3.0.0.0

View Other CollectionProvider.winmd Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	66 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2014:11:21 06:36:17+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:04:56+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2014:09:26 02:03:35+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	11.0
Code Size:	56320
Initialized Data Size:	1536
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0xfa16
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.2
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	3.0.4.212
Product Version Number:	3.0.4.212
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft
File Description:	CollectionProvider
File Version:	3.0.4.212
Internal Name:	CollectionProvider.winmdobj
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © Microsoft 2013
Original Filename:	CollectionProvider.winmdobj
Product Name:	CollectionProvider
Product Version:	3.0.4.212

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What are CollectionProvider.winmd Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library CollectionProvider.winmd Errors

CollectionProvider.winmd is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like CollectionProvider.winmd, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like sapisvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Windows) could share the same CollectionProvider.winmd file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared WINMD file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when CollectionProvider.winmd is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common CollectionProvider.winmd errors include:

Access Violation at address - CollectionProvider.winmd.
CollectionProvider.winmd could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingFinance_3.0.4.212_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\CollectionProvider.winmd.
Cannot register CollectionProvider.winmd.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: CollectionProvider.winmd. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load CollectionProvider.winmd.
The application has failed to start because CollectionProvider.winmd was not found.
The file CollectionProvider.winmd is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because CollectionProvider.winmd was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your CollectionProvider.winmd file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, CollectionProvider.winmd file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading CollectionProvider.winmd, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, 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 CollectionProvider.winmd 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 CollectionProvider.winmd 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 CollectionProvider.winmd error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing CollectionProvider.winmd file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt CollectionProvider.winmd files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
In the box, click "YES".
You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
SFC will begin scanning for CollectionProvider.winmd issues and any other system file problems.
Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

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

sfc /scannow

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

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download CollectionProvider.winmd Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

Windows 8: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingFinance_1.2.0.135_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingFinance_3.0.4.212_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

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 8.1.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve CollectionProvider.winmd 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 CollectionProvider.winmd Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

CollectionProvider.winmd

3.0.4.212

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	CollectionProvider
Software Version:	3.0.4.212
File Version:	3.0.4.212
File Size:	67576
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	552bc4ba54fff533eb815ad4534a4009
SHA1 Checksum:	21c99d6fdc1561fa5d5ce698fe7a7e58c262d157
SHA256 Checksum:	7fbf4465a156208fa0a5ef512fd4e4d584a732bf12d5c003b55437d4754fa576
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingFin ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1536
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

CollectionProvider.winmd

1.2.0.135

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	CollectionProvider
Software Version:	1.2.0.135
File Version:	1.2.0.135
File Size:	67952
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	983779fd157d803f262d07df8cbe5369
SHA1 Checksum:	b774e5842ed582d6aa153af0bc6b5c312e58ef3d
SHA256 Checksum:	5647588b2c06ed9650f4dfcaa45e338736822ac45d96b799eee8cc334d98ce20
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingFin ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1536
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

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