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Verified Methods to Resolve QuickBooks TLS Error- Unable to Use Online Services 

Verified Methods to Resolve QuickBooks TLS Error

Before we jump onto QuickBooks TLS Error, it is important that we know what TLS is. They are a set of online security protocols according to which multiple online services function. Intuit has developed its QuickBooks Desktop 2018 and later versions as per TLS 1.2 standards. It ensures higher security and stability. All the workstations that run QuickBooks Desktop and access Intuit services are required to match certain system requirements to run as per TLS 1.2. There are two different types of QuickBooks error messages that users can encounter is:

QuickBooks TLS 1.2 Failure Error
QuickBooks requires TLS 1.2 for secure communication

Unable to access Intuit’s online services because TLS 1.2 validation failed? Don’t worry, just reach out to an expert at +1-(855)-955-1942, and they will provide you the required technical assistance to fix it.

What is meant by QuickBooks TLS Compliance Error?

The word TLS stands for Transfer Layer Security, and TLS 1.2 is the latest version of this protocol. The TLS protocol makes sure that the application you are using is secure to be used to interact with the internet. So, when you face the Quickbooks TLS Error, you might have noticed that QuickBooks closes itself every time the error strikes. This happens to avoid any security breach incident. Here the main security issues lie with a third-party application and not with QuickBooks; however, the error affects the security of the QB application.

How Does QuickBooks TLS Error Affect The User?

TLS 1.2 are the protocols that QuickBooks services need to follow to function properly. These online services are affected because of QuickBooks TLS Error:- 

  • All the connected services like payroll, payments, and online banking.
  • Activating QuickBooks Desktop on a new system.
  • Password reset tool.
  • Services such as My apps, secure webmail, contributed reports, etc that require Intuit account credentials.
  • Intuit Data Protect.
  • Help pages and ordering checks and supplies facility.
  • VAT e-filing

Know the System Requirements For TLS 1.2 

Your system needs to match certain requirements for TLS 1.2 protocols to run properly. The list of requirements is as follows:

Operating System

  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 10
  • Windows Server 2008 R2
  • Windows Server 2012 R2
  • Windows Server 2017

.NET Framework

You need version 4.5.2 or greater of the .NET framework to avoid TLS 1.2 validation failed error. You can download it from Microsoft’s website and then install it on your system. Make sure to reboot your system after completing the installation process.

NOTE: Reach out to an IT support or Microsoft customer care center if an error occurred while installing the .NET framework.

Higher Permissions

Insufficient resources can hinder multiple QuickBooks tasks and can be a reason why TLS 1.2 validation failed. Run QuickBooks as an administrator so that certain permissions are granted and extra resources are utilised for QuickBooks.

There are 4 different ways to fix QuickBooks TLS Error which involves using QuickBooks Tool Hub, making changes to Internet Explorer, and changing setting Internet Explorer as the default browser. Execute the given process:

Solution 1: Use TLS 1.2 Readiness Tool from QuickBooks Tool Hub

TLS 1.2 Readiness Tool can update your system and make it ready for TLS 1.2. You can access it from QuickBooks Tool Hub. Earlier users had to download the stand-alone application version of QuickBooks Tool hub, but the recent QB application has it as an inbuilt tool. The steps you need to follow to run TLS 1.2 Readiness Tool are:

  • Run QuickBooks Tool Hub application and tap on Installation Issues.
  • From the bottom right corner, Choose QuickBooks TLS 1.2 Tool.
  • Click on OK to run the TLS Tool and tap on Yes for the EULA Agreement.
  • Click on Run and wait for the tool to complete its process.
  • Finally click on Exit.

Solution 2: Set Internet Explorer as Default Browser

QuickBooks use Internet Explorer in the background to run online services. QuickBooks error message TLS 1.2 can pop up on your screen if you have some other web browser, and it is set as the default browser. The steps you need to follow to set Internet Explorer as the default browser are:- 

  • Run Internet Explorer and ensure that it is configured.
  • Now, tap on the Gear icon and select Internet Options.
  • Navigate to the Programs menu and choose Make Default options.
  • Now, click on Apply and then press OK.

Run your QB application and check if QuickBooks TLS 1.2 error is resolved.

Solution 3: Update Internet Explorer

As mentioned above, QB uses Internet Explorer to run online services. You need to have Internet Explorer 11 or higher. The steps you need to follow in order to update IR: 

  • Press the Windows Start button and type in Internet Explorer.
  • Double-tap on Internet Explorer and click on the gear icon in the top right corner.
  • Click on About Internet Explorer and then tick mark box next to Install new versions automatically.
Update Internet Explorer
Update Internet Explorer
  • Click on close. 
  • Now rerun the QuickBooks Desktop application.

Now check if the TLS 1.2 validation failed error is resolved or not.

Solution 4: Change Internet Explorer Settings

Unfavourable Internet Explorer Settings is one possible reason for QuickBooks TLS Error. These are the steps you need to follow in order to set it as per your requirements:- 

  • Run Internet Explorer and tap on Tools.
  • Choose Internet Options and then go to the General tab and choose Delete.
  • Choose Temporary Internet files and tap on Delete.

NOTE: Make sure you don’t delete cookies.

  • Go to the Connections tab and choose LAN settings.
    • Tick mark the box next to Automatically Detect Settings.
    • Ensure that Proxy Servers are blank if you don’t use one.
    • Then click on OK twice.
  • Go to the advanced menu scroll down
    • Tick mark SSL 2.0 and SSL 3.0.
    • If marked, clear the box next to Check for publisher’s certificate.
  • Now go to the Advanced tab and scroll down
    • Ensure that TLS 1.2 is not marked and clear the box if it is.

So now we hope you know how to enable TLS 1.2 for QuickBooks. If you are using Windows 7, you need to update it to at least Windows 8 so that TLS 1.2 can function properly. If your error is still not resolved, we would suggest you call our experts at QuickBooks Data Service Solutions Helpline Number +1-(855)-955-1942 for instant support.

1. How to avoid QuickBooks TLS Update Error?

To avoid the QB TLS error, follow the given steps:

1. First, download the latest released update of QuickBooks desktop.
2. Then, you have to use the Intuits TLS 1.2 readiness tool after updating the application to the latest version. 3. This tool will provide the details to review the required information and changes to use the security layer.
4. Then, you have to check the advanced internet explorer.
5. Also, make sure that you have Admin access and privileges, and then set the Internet security settings.

2. What are the basic system requirements for preventing QuickBooks TLS Update Errors?


The basic requirements include the following:

1. Your operating system should be  Windows 8.1,10, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2017, or Windows Server 2012 R2.
2. Always use the latest Internet Explorer to get the advanced updates for Microsoft.
3. .Net Framework should be 4.5.2 or greater version.

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