QuickBooks users often face issues where Windows Firewall is blocking QuickBooks, preventing the software from accessing the internet. This issue can disrupt QuickBooks updates, payroll processing, and multi-user mode functionality. If you are dealing with Windows Firewall blocking QuickBooks on Windows 11, don’t worry—we have the solutions to fix it.
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Why Windows Firewall Blocks QuickBooks?
Windows Firewall is designed to protect your system from unauthorized access. However, sometimes it mistakenly blocks QuickBooks from connecting to the internet. This usually happens due to:
Incorrect firewall settings
QuickBooks not being added as an exception
Port settings not configured properly
Security software conflicts
How to Fix Windows Firewall Blocking QuickBooks?
Follow these steps to resolve the issue and ensure that your QuickBooks works without interruptions.
Step 1: Add QuickBooks as an Exception in Windows Firewall
Open the Windows Start menu and search for Windows Defender Firewall.
Click on Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
Select Change Settings and then Allow another app.
Click Browse, select QuickBooks, and click Add.
Ensure both Private and Public networks are checked.
Click OK to save the changes.
Step 2: Configure Firewall Ports for QuickBooks
Open Windows Defender Firewall and click on Advanced Settings.
In the left panel, click on Inbound Rules, then select New Rule.
Choose Port and click Next.
Select TCP and enter the required port numbers for your QuickBooks version:
QuickBooks Desktop 2024: 8019, 56728, 55378-55382
QuickBooks Desktop 2023: 8019, 56727, 55373-55377
Click Next, then select Allow the Connection.
Name the rule as QuickBooks Inbound Rule and click Finish.
Repeat the same steps for Outbound Rules.
Step 3: Restart QuickBooks and Check Connection
Once you have added QuickBooks as an exception and configured the firewall ports, restart your computer and launch QuickBooks. Check if the issue is resolved.
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