Easy Steps to Resolve QuickBooks Error Code 12057

Steps to Resolve QuickBooks Connectivity Error Code 12057
To let you know about the QuickBooks Connectivity Error Code 12057, you have to first
understand the 12000 series errors. Generally, the QuickBooks error 12000 series is
reported by the Microsoft Win 32 Internet application programming interface (API).
Winlnet API is used by QuickBooks Desktop to access the standard internet protocols such
as HTTP, FTP, and Gopher. The 12000 series of errors appear while downloading or
receiving the updates. In this article today we are going to explain you about one of the
most common error code 12057. Know all the possible causes behind of this error with
the best troubleshooting steps.
List of QuickBooks Error 12000 Series
Check out the list of QB 12000 series error and its causes:
• From QB Error Code 12001 to 12006: These error codes appear when the
QuickBooks unable to complete the update. To resolve these errors, you should
verify that the internet connection is working properly.
• QB Error Code 12007: The QuickBooks error code 12007 appears when the QB
unable to trace the IP address of the server. To fix this issue, it is recommended
for you to check the internet connection is fine.

• QB Error Code 12008 to 12164: The QuickBooks error code between
error 12008 to error 12164 appears when the QuickBooks unable
complete the update. You can fix this issue by simply checking if the
internet connection is good or not.
• QuickBooks Error 12052: It is a nonspecific error message that can be
easily solved by checking the internet connection.
Cause of QuickBooks Connectivity Error 12057
• You have an internet connection.
• Unable to connect with Intuit servers for updates or transmissions
Solution of QuickBooks Error 12057
Below are the steps to solve the QuickBooks Connectivity Error Code 12057:
• Close or shutdown the QuickBooks.
• Open or turn on the Internet Explorer.
• Go to Tools => Internet Options.
• Choose the Advanced
• Now Go to the Security group & scroll down.
• Click on the “Check for server certificate revocation” & “Check for
publisher’s certificate revocation” to clear the checkbox.

• Close & reopen the Internet Explorer.
• Minimize the Internet Explorer.
• Open the QuickBooks software again.
• Attempt payroll updates again.

After following all the steps mentioned above, open a web browser or website you don’t
generally visit to check the internet connection outside of the QuickBooks. If you are unable
to view the website or web page, the problem is with Internet connection outside of the
QuickBooks.
If you are able to see the website, follow the below steps
• In the QuickBooks, go to Help => Internet Connection Setup.
• Choose to Use my computer’s Internet connection settings to establish a
connection when this application accesses the Internet. Select Next.
• Go to Advanced Connection Settings. Choose the Advanced
• Go to the Security group; make sure that the Use SSL 2.0 & Use SSL
3.0 options are selected.
• Choose OK. Select Done.
• Check the Internet Security & Personal Firewall setting configuration.

If the QuickBooks Connectivity Error Code 12057 still persists, then you can contact
the QuickBooks Payroll Support team instantly. Or you can directly make a call to the certified
team of QuickBooks experts at +1(800)880-6389. Our efficient and certified team at Pro
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