Configure firewall and security settings for QuickBooks Desktop

In order to work seamlessly with QuickBooks, users need to configure the firewall and internet security. Third-party security software and firewalls can often block connections for QuickBooks. To allow these connections through firewall and network ports, we must configure all the internet and security settings.

Also, you should update QuickBooks, security software, and firewall on your system before beginning with the procedure mentioned below. Further, you may need to contact your network service provider to figure out whether or not they are blocking connection to certain ports that QBDT needs access to. Once the settings for internet security and network ports are complete, you’ll be able to use QuickBooks seamlessly.

To configure firewall and security settings for QuickBooks Desktop, follow the methods provided below:

How to Configure firewall and security settings for QuickBooks Desktop

To allow QuickBooks through the firewall, users can use the advanced settings. These settings act as a rule for the particular file they have been set.

Follow the steps provided below to allow QuickBooks through the firewall.

• Log into Windows as an administrator
• Type Windows Firewall with Advanced Security of your computer
• Click on Inbound Rules
• Click on New Rule on the left navigation panel
• Mark the radio button against the Program and hit the next
• Select ‘This Program Path’ and browse to the QuickBooks executable (.exe) file. Hit next
• Select ‘Allow the Connection.’ Click on next.
• Mark all the options in the next window
• Type in the name of the rule along with a description
• Click on finish

When typing in the name for the rule, you should type in a descriptive name that will help you identify the rule later.

Antivirus and Other Security Software

You need to include QuickBooks as an exception to your antivirus or other security software. Regular updates to security software can often block network ports needed by QuickBooks. You should add QuickBooks and its ports as an exception in your security software. The procedure to do so will differ for different security software.

Fix QuickBooks Issues due to Firewall

The common firewall errors encountered by users when the QuickBooks software is unable to connect to the company file.

Causes of QuickBooks Firewall errors & problems

In the case of a standalone computer in which you are trying to access the file, there are different reasons when compared to a computer that is connected to the network and the file is saved on that system.

• The need for additional permission to access files in the folder
• A third-party resource from an anti-virus firewall interfered with the connection with QuickBooks
• Corruption in the QuickBooks file
• Unstable connectivity of the network
• Need additional permission for access
• Prevention of access by firewall network
• Turning on the power-saving mode.

When you’ve identified all of the underlying aspects and causes, your chances of addressing this problem increase dramatically. We’ll show you how to fix common QuickBooks Firewall errors in just a few minutes with the help of this post. All you have to do now is follow our instructions in the proper order.

Fix Avast Firewall blocking QuickBooks

If users receive Avast Firewall blocking QuickBooks that means they might block the application permanently. This error can occur if the ports used by the application to connect to the internet are down. To allow the application to connect to the internet, you can manually configure Firewall ports. All you need to do now is download and execute this program. If you don’t want to download the app, you can do so by following the steps below:

• To begin, use the “QuickBooks Database Server Manager” 
• After that, go to the “Port Monitor” tab and write down the “Port Number”
• Then, simultaneously press the “Windows” + “I” keys to open settings, and then tap the “Update & Security” button
• From the left navigation pane, select the “Windows Security” tab and then the “Firewall and Network Security” option
• From the drop-down menu, select “Advanced Settings” and then “Inbound Rules” from the new window
• Then choose “New Rule” >>> “Port” >>> “Next”
• Select “TCP” followed by selecting the “Specified Local Ports” tab from the drop-down menu
• Then select “Allow the Connection” from the “Next” menu
• Select “Next” once more, and make sure that all three items on the screen are checked
• Tap “Next” once more, and give the new rule a “Name”
• Then select “Next” and “Finish” from the drop-down menu
• Once you’ve completed the preceding procedures, repeat them for the “Outbound Rule” and see if the error still exists.

Fix Windows Firewall blocking QuickBooks

Sometimes, the Windows firewall settings in your system can cause issues, which may lead to severe errors. One of the most common error messages that many users receive while using the application is “Windows Firewall blocking QuickBooks”. While utilizing the QuickBooks application in the Firewall, you may encounter various exceptions.

By following the procedures below, you can add the QuickBooks program as an exception to the Firewall:

• To open settings, press the Windows + I keys together from your keyboard 
• And then select the “Update & Security” tab
• Click the Windows Security tab in the left navigation pane, then the “Firewall and Network Security” option
• Tap the Advanced Settings button, then select “Inbound Rules” and “New Rule” from the drop-down menu
• Select “Next” then check the “This program Path” radio button and press the “Browse” button after clicking “Program”
• Choose the location on your computer where you installed the QuickBooks Program
• Then press the “Next” button and select “Allow the Connection”
• Check all of the “Three” selections on the button and then click the “Next” button
• Now, give the rule a name and click “Finish”
• Re-run the process for the “Outbound Rule” to ensure the problem is resolved.

Fix Windows Firewall blocking QuickBooks Database Server Manager

When you get QuickBooks server issues, it means you need to configure Windows Firewall. Furthermore, to connect to the internet, QuickBooks requires specific ports.

• Select the “Start” button from the Windows menu
• Then hit the power button to turn it on
• After doing that, select the “Restart” option 
• This will update your system as well as any programs you have installed.

You can verify if the Windows Firewall is obstructing QuickBooks Database Server Manager after rebooting the PC. If that’s the case, you’ll be able to configure the Windows Firewall and port settings. The steps for the same are already discussed in the above section.

Fix QuickBooks Firewall Connection sharing is not allowed

First, confirm that the QuickBooks Database Server Manager is correctly installed on your server computer. Follow the steps to check the same:

• Press the Windows Start button from your keyboard 
• Next, enter QuickBooks into it
• If you find QB Database Server Manager is absent from the list that indicates it is not installed 
• After that, you’re suggested to perform the installation 
• And then click “Apply” on the Hosting Settings.

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