Your QuickBooks update process could be interrupted due to another application running in the background or having incorrect internet settings. Both could result in QuickBooks error 12031. Your firewall and antivirus software may occasionally prevent QuickBooks from updating. You might be unable to use QuickBooks online if it has trouble connecting to the internet settings, which would also result in error 12031. Having a faulty QuickBooks installation file could also lead to the error 12031. As this QuickBooks error prevents you from working on QuickBooks, fixing it becomes crucial. We have found fixes for this QuickBooks error so you can eliminate it quickly.

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Troubleshooting solutions to fix the QuickBooks desktop update error 12031

We understand that it might be frustrating for you to deal with error 12031. Follow the solutions below to treat the QuickBooks desktop update error 12031 promptly. Do not miss on implementing any of the steps. 

Solution 1: Utilize the QuickBooks tool hub to configure your firewall

1. Ensure to download the tool hub for treating the error.
2. Open the downloaded file by going to the downloads section now.
3. Follow the on-screen directions to install QuickBooks.
4. Accept the rules and regulations.
5. Head to the company files.
6. To run the QuickBooks file doctor, click on it.
7. You can also browse your company file if you can't find it.
8. Click on check network and file, then click "Continue."
9. Enter your QuickBooks admin credentials now, then click next.
10. After the scan is finished, attempt to launch QuickBooks.

Please follow the second solution if the first one did not help in eliminating the QuickBooks error message 12031.

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Solution 2: Examine Internet Explorer's settings

1. Open Internet Explorer and shut down QuickBooks.
2. Click on Internet Options under Tools. If you want to continue exploring tools, you may also hit Alt.
3. Find the security tab, then click the globe icon.
4. Make sure the security level is no greater than medium-high.
5. If you use a dial-up node, you can choose ISP from the connections page; if not, press Never dial a connection.
6. Click "OK."
7. Check the Lan settings to see if the Automatically detect settings and utilize a proxy server box options are both checked.
8. Select "OK."
9. Remember to choose "restore advanced settings" in the advanced tab.
10. Check the TLS 1.2 checkbox under settings to see if it is ticked.
11. Choose OK.
12. Restart your computer after closing Internet Explorer.

Final thoughts!

By following the solutions listed above, we hope you can successfully eliminate the QuickBooks error 12031. You can ring us on +1-855-948-3646 directly. Get immediate solutions to get away with this error from our experts. With experience in QuickBooks, our experts can help you fix this error immediately.

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