WerFault.exe is an executable related to the Windows error reporting service. Allows Microsoft to track and fix errors related to the operating system and Windows features and tools. Users have reported seeing this error message at random times, but most of the time right after the computer starts. You can read more about werfault.exe here.
The error also appears when trying to access Microsoft applications such as Settings, Photos, Mail, Calendar, etc. The problem can be quite annoying, but users have reported that there are several useful methods that can be used to fix the problem. Good luck following the solutions below!
What Causes WerFault.exe Application Error in Windows?
The problem is usually related to the Windows error reporting service and should be the first stop to check for problems. Even so, we have made a comprehensive list of possible causes so that you can easily find your own scenario.
-
Problems with the Windows error reporting service: these problems can be caused by many different service related errors, but they can often be resolved with a simple service restart.
-
Problems with the BIOS or Windows operating system: often, Various problems can be solved simply by updating BIOS and Windows operating system to the latest version. What's more, A simple reboot was able to help users!
Solution 1: restart windows error reporting service
Since the WerFault.exe executable is related to the Windows Error Reporting Service, Restarting the entire service has been shown to be very helpful in solving this problem. This is the number one solution you should try when solving this problem, so be sure to follow the instructions carefully.
-
Open the Run utility using the Windows key combination + R key on your keyboard (press these keys at the same time. Write the services ». Msc »in the newly opened box without the quotes and click OK to open the Services tool.
-
The alternative way is to open the control panel by locating it in the start menu. You can also search for it using the search button in the start menu.
-
After the Control Panel window opens, change the »View By» option at the top right of the window to »Large Icons» and scroll down until you find Administrative Tools. Click on them and locate the Services shortcut at the bottom. Click on it to open it too.
-
Find the Windows Error Reporting Service in the list, right-click on it and select Properties from the context menu that appears.
-
If the service starts (you can mark it right next to the service status message), you should stop it for now by clicking the Stop button in the middle of the window. If you are detained, leave it standing until we proceed.
-
Make sure the Startup type menu option in the service properties window is set to Automatic before proceeding with any other steps. Confirm the dialog boxes that may appear when changing the startup type. Click the Start button in the center of the window before exiting. You may receive the following error message when clicking Start:
Windows was unable to start the Windows error reporting service on the local computer. Error 1079: the account specified for this service differs from the account specified for other services running in the same process.
If this happens, follow the instructions below to fix it.
-
Follow the steps 1 a 3 from the instructions above to open the service properties window. Go to the Login tab and click Browse …
-
In the input box »Enter the name of the object to select«, enter your account name, click Check Names and wait for the name to be available.
-
Click OK when done and type your password in the Password box when asked if you have set a password. Your printer should now be working properly!!
Solution 2: update Windows to the latest version
The latest versions of Windows 10 seem to have solved this problem forever, as long as it was not caused by third-party programs. Updating the operating system to the latest version is always helpful when it comes to dealing with similar errors, and users have reported that the latest versions of Windows 10 they really address this issue specifically.
-
Use the Windows key combination + I to open Settings on your Windows PC. Alternatively, you can search for »Settings» using the search bar located on the taskbar.
-
Find and open the »Update and security» section in the Settings tab. Stay on Windows Update and click the Check for Updates button under the update status to check if a new version of Windows is available.
-
If it exists, Windows should install the update immediately and then you will be prompted to restart your computer.
Solution 3: update the system while saving files
If you are using Windows 10, a reinstall is no longer something to fear, but a reasonably easy solution and method to carry out if you start to experience a fatal error, as the error message “WerFault.exe Application Error”. This can be fixed with a clean install, but you should definitely try the above method before deciding to go ahead with this method.
-
Navigate to the Settings app in Windows 10. You can get there by clicking the gear icon at the bottom left of the Start menu. Select the »Update & Security» option and click on the Recovery tab on the left panel.
-
Windows will show three options: reboot this pc, revert to a previous build and advanced startup. Reset this PC is the definitive option to start over with minimal losses in your files if you follow our instructions correctly.
-
Click »Keep my files» or »Delete all», depending on what you want to do with your files. Either way, all your settings will revert to their default values and the apps will be uninstalled. We recommend that you choose the option Keep my files, since the problem is probably not in your documents or similar.
-
Click Next if Windows warns you that you will not be able to revert to a previous version of Windows. Click Reset when prompted and wait for Windows to complete the reset process. Click Continue when prompted and start your computer. Check if the error still appears.
Solution 4: update BIOS
Updating the BIOS can be a strange way to solve the problem, but users have reported that it has helped them. Please note that the process differs from manufacturer to manufacturer, so be sure to keep that in mind.
-
Find out the current version of the BIOS utility that you have installed on your computer by typing »msinfo» in the search bar or in the start menu.
-
Find the BIOS version data just below your processor model and copy or rewrite anything to a text file on your computer or to a piece of paper.
-
Find out if your computer was packaged, pre-designed or assembled. This is very important because you don't want to use the BIOS created for a single component of your PC when it is not applied to your other devices and it will overwrite BIOS with the wrong, which will lead to big errors and problems in the system.
-
Prepare your computer for the BIOS update. If you are updating your laptop, make sure the battery is fully charged and plug it into the wall just in case. If you are upgrading a computer, it is recommended to use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to ensure that the computer does not shut down during the update due to a power outage.
-
Follow the instructions we have prepared for various desktop and laptop manufacturers, like Lenovo, Gateway, HP, Dell and MSI.
