How to fix QuickBooks error code 16026?

Do you know the process to get rid of the QuickBooks error code 16026? Well, if not, then make sure to read the post till the end. QuickBooks error 16026 can take place while downloading updates for QuickBooks applications. The corrupted QB company file is one of the most apparent reasons that can give rise to error 16026.You can land into such an error due to various other factors, which we will try to elaborate later in this post. Thus, if you are interested in knowing what those factors are, make sure to read the post till the end. Or contact us for any further assistance at +1-888-351-0999 and our experts will help you with the process further.

What reasons trigger QuickBooks error code 16026?

The following can be the reasons causing such issues in QuickBooks. Let us have a look:

• One of the major causes can be common internet connectivity issues can promote the error
• Or in case the user is using an outdated version of the Microsoft Internet Explorer
• Also, if cipher strength of the IE is not 128-bit
• Partial or damaged installation of the QuickBooks application can also lead to such an error
• Compatibility issues between the QuickBooks and Windows operating system can trigger this issue

Solution steps to fix the issue

The user can perform the below troubleshooting steps to fix the QuickBooks error code 16026:

• At first, restart QuickBooks.
• After that, go for the Financial Institution catalog and follow the steps mentioned below.
  • This can be done by selecting Banking and selecting Online Banking.
  • And then, opt for Available Financial Institutions.
  • In case the Financial Institution Directory appears on the screen, it means QuickBooks can run one of Intuit’s online services.
  • In case the user can run the Internet from QuickBooks or from a web browser, then installing the program update is suggested
• After that check Internet Explorer version.
  • This can be done by launching Internet Explorer.
  • And opting for Help and then select Internet Explorer.
  • If you have the version of Internet Explorer older than 6.0, install the latest version.
  • And if the Internet Explorer version is 6.0 or later but the cipher strength is lower than 128-bit, install the high encryption pack of the Internet Explorer.
• The last step is to reinstall QuickBooks and install the latest updates only when some of the QuickBooks files may not have been installed correctly.

At the end of the post, we expect the reader to successfully eliminate the issue using the steps we have discussed in above. However, if you aren’t able to even after carrying out the steps we have mentioned above, then in that scenario, do not hesitate in connect with our QuickBooks Support experts at +1-888-351-0999 and they will provide you with the right set of steps to get rid of the issue from its root cause.

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