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How to Fix Program Crashing on Startup

✅ Quick Answer

If a program crashes immediately when starting, it is usually caused by corrupted files, outdated drivers, missing system updates, or conflicts with other apps. The quickest fixes are to restart Windows, update the program, run it as admin, and reinstall it if needed.

❓ Why Programs Crash on Startup?

Programs can crash on startup due to:

Corrupted installation files
Missing dependencies like .NET or Visual C++
Conflicts with antivirus or other apps
Outdated Windows or drivers

🔧 Fix 1: Restart Windows and Close Background Apps

Restarting clears temporary files and closes apps that may conflict with your program.

Click Start → Power → Restart.
After restart, open the program again.
If it still crashes, open Task Manager and close unnecessary apps.

🔧 Fix 2: Run Program as Administrator

Some programs need admin permission to load correctly.

Right-click the program icon.
Select Run as administrator.
Confirm the prompt.

🔧 Fix 3: Update the Program & Windows

Outdated versions often crash due to compatibility issues.

Open the program and check for updates (if possible).
Open Settings → Windows Update.
Install updates and restart PC.

🔧 Fix 4: Repair Missing Dependencies (.NET / VC++ Redistributable)

Many apps require .NET Framework or Visual C++ to run.

Open Control Panel → Programs → Programs and Features.
Find Microsoft .NET or Visual C++ Redistributable.
Click Repair or reinstall from Microsoft’s website.

🔧 Fix 5: Reinstall the Program

If program files are corrupted, reinstalling fixes the crash.

Open Settings → Apps.
Uninstall the program.
Restart PC.
Download and install the latest version.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the program crash only on startup?

Startup crashes usually mean missing dependencies or corrupted files. Updating or reinstalling fixes it.