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Yeah, I had a similar problem a while ago. I fixed it by simply re-downloading the file from a more dependable source if the webpage offers mirrors or multiple links. Additionally, if you have a download manager, I recommend relying on it to secure uninterrupted downloads that prevent possible file corruption. After you download a full, fresh file, WinRAR should open it without any trouble! - Mark.

I used to have the same problem and I managed to deal with it by using WinRAR’s proprietary repair feature. If you’re certain you have the full, uncorrupted version of the file, open it in WinRAR, click on “Tools” and pick “Repair Archive.” The software will attempt to restore all damaged data, after which it can be extracted the normal way. - Lenny

If WinRAR is causing you a headache, there’s something you can try! In my experience, alternative software like 7-Zip and PeaZip can sometimes open archives that aren’t supported by WinRAR. 7-Zip is a completely free solution so you don’t lose anything by giving it a try! - Carl

Much appreciated! I’ll try implementing all your recommendations! - Daymon

Yeah, that’s a pretty common problem that usually signals that the software wasn’t installed properly. I recommend uninstalling WinRAR, restarting Windows, and then downloading and installing the software again, this time from the official website. When installing WinRAR, make sure you enable the 'Add WinRAR to context menu' (or something along those lines) checkmark. It’s an easy solution and it deals with the problem in nearly all cases. – Clarissa

Yes, this should help, as I’ve done the same and it worked.– Alan

Here’s what I’d do. Launch WinRAR, click on the 'Options' section, and select 'Settings'. Then open the 'Integration' tab, and turn on all the options that allow you to add WinRAR to the context menu. I’ve had several situations where those settings were disabled for some reason. Be sure to enable such options as 'Add to Archive' and 'Extract Here'. Afterward, simply click on OK and the context menu options should come back. – Brad.

I recommend starting by making sure all archive files are in one directory. Even a single misplaced part will ruin everything as WinRAR won’t be able to find it and you’ll get that frustrating pop-up message. Afterward, it’s time to ensure all parts are numbered sequentially (like file.part1.rar, file.part2.rar, etc.). If there’s a part missing, you should re-download your files otherwise you won’t be able to extract any of the files contained inside. – Clive

I have found WinRAR to always be a bit error-prone when dealing with multipart archives. The only thing that worked for me was reinstalling the entire program from the main website. The new installation fixed all remaining bugs that might be present if you’ve been using a cracked copy of WinRAR and I could unarchive my files without any issues. I suggest giving it a go, as it only requires a couple of minutes of your time. – Kate

If nothing else helps and WinRAR refuses to perform properly, I recommend opening the command line and leveraging it to extract your data. It’s a bit of an outdated approach, but it can be a lifesaver if you're out of options. Launch the Command Prompt (simply press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter), then go to the directory that stores your archive files. Next, type in the following command:

rar x file.part1.rar

This will instruct WinRAR to begin the extraction from the first part, and it’ll automatically look for the remaining parts in the directory folder. This can provide better results than the standard right-click context menu, so I recommend giving it a shot! – Nathan.

Thank you, everyone! Reinstalling WinRAR helped, everything is working now!

I recommend making sure your antivirus software isn’t blocking WinRAR. This is a particularly common problem if you’ve downloaded WinRAR with a crack from a sketchy website and your antivirus is unwilling to take any chances. You can try temporarily turning your antivirus off and check if WinRAR launches now. If that fixes the problem, go ahead and add WinRAR to the list of exceptions allowed by your antivirus to ensure you can continue using it even after enabling the antivirus again. To ensure your system is safe, perform a quick system scan afterward. – Cassidy

Thank you for your advice! - Max

Right-click the WinRAR icon and pick 'Run as Administrator'. If that helped, that means your Windows account lacks the necessary permissions to run this software normally. If possible, you need to change your user account settings to prevent this issue from happening in the future. It’s an easy solution that can spare you a lot of nerves going forward. – Marilyn

Appreciate the tip! - Max

If none of the other solutions works, I recommend reinstalling WinRAR, but this time in Safe Mode. By starting your OS in Safe Mode, you’re bypassing any background processes that can prevent your copy of WinRAR from launching. You can do this by restarting the PC and pressing F8 (or your custom system key) before the OS starts loading. After you’ve booted up Safe Mode, install WinRAR again and check if it fixes the problem! – Melany

Thank you for the idea! - Max

If all else fails, I suggest completely reinstalling the software. It’s possible some of the data was corrupted during installation so doing this might mitigate the issue. Delete WinRAR, restart the PC, and reinstall the software from the official website (I don’t recommend using any third-party platform) to ensure it won’t have any viruses or corrupted files. This method usually helps deal with most bugs and glitches. – Brandon

Thank you for the suggestion! - Max

Go to Settings → Update & Security → Windows Update, and check if your OS is up to date. If there are any updates you need to install, do that and try launching WinRAR after that. In my experience, an outdated Windows version can cause a lot of problems when trying to open new software. – Owen

Thanks for the advice! - Max

I experienced a similar problem when I had another archiving program or system cleaner open in the background. I suggest exiting out of all inessential software before launching WinRAR and checking if that solves the issue. Alternatively, you can open the Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc hotkey combination) to check if any program is eating up too many resources, which could also lead to a crash. – Lily

Consider turning your antivirus off for a bit and then trying to extract your archive again. If it helps, this means you have to add WinRAR to the exception list in your antivirus parameters to prevent such crashes from happening later. Remember to re-enable your antivirus after fixing your problem! – Thomas

If WinRAR is crashing because of a specific archive, it might be corrupted. Try re-downloading the file or using WinRAR with another archive to see if your issue persists. If the problem is limited to a single archive, you can also try running WinRAR’s integrated repair feature to try to make it work. It’s quite common for corrupted crashes to make WinRAR crash without warning. – Jason

Run SFC /scannow in the Command Prompt to find any potential problems with your Windows installation and fix them. Afterward, restart the PC and try using WinRAR again. Hopefully, the software will stop crashing. – Zane

Thank you everyone for your advice! I’ll try all of your suggestions out soon! - Viola