Yahoo Messenger Crashing Problems - How to Repair this error?

Yahoo Messenger crashing is becoming a very common problem for computer users. Many people have reported it over the internet. Some people experienced that their messenger automatically sends fake or malicious messages to the contacts. Such problems can be virus related as well as registry related.

Below are some quick fixes that will help you to resolve the problem.

· Re-Install Yahoo Messenger
· Registry Entry is Corrupted, Fix it
· Add Yahoo to DEP Exception
· Configure Registry

Re-Install Yahoo Messenger

Yahoo Messenger crashing may occur if any file of the program is corrupted. Try re-installing the software to solve the problem.

NOTE: Before re-installing the messenger make sure that you un-install it properly from your system. It is also wise to conduct a registry cleaner scan after removing the messenger to ensure that its registry keys are also completely removed.

Registry Entry is Corrupted

When you install any software in your system its entry is automatically recorded in Windows registry. If registry entry of software gets corrupted, program starts generating different types of errors. You can repair corrupted or junk files in registry by installing a good registry cleaner and fixing software. Such a software also improves the speed of the programs and computer itself.

Configure Registry

Some users say that Yahoo Messenger crashing occurs when they start using their webcam. To fix the issue follow the steps stated below:

1. Click on Start and then click on Run
2. Type regedit and press OK button
3. Move to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Yahoo\Webcam. Note: If webcam registry is not available then create a new one
4. Click on Edit and then click on New option
5. Type entry name as UseVFW
6. Type value 1
7. Exit editor
8. Restart your PC

Add Yahoo to DEP Exception

Data Execution Prevention (DEP) may be a reason for Yahoo Messenger crashing if it is included in it. You can fix the problem by excluding it from the list. Follow the steps below to remove it from the list:

1. Right click on My Computer and go to properties
2. Click on Advanced tab and press Settings button under Performance
3. Click on DEP
4. Select the option "on DEP for all programs and services except those I select"
5. After that click on Add
6. Add the following C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe
7. Click OK and Restart Yahoo Messenger

Another best option to quickly fix the Yahoo Messenger crashes is to install a globally recognized System Utilities software.