# Troubleshooting QuickBooks Bank Errors with These Steps

In QuickBooks, bank error occurs when the software fails to update with the bank. This error arises when a bank is registered to a specific QuickBooks user but does not get updated. It typically happens when banking information is updated in QuickBooks, and an error message such as "bank connection failed" might appear. Additionally, **QuickBooks bank errors** occur when your bank's website is undergoing technical maintenance. It can also happen due to issues like server problems.

Facing bank errors in QuickBooks can disrupt your financial management and cause unnecessary stress. Understanding the common causes and solutions for these bank errors is crucial for smooth financial operations in QuickBooks. To resolve the issue thoroughly on your own, read this blog.

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## Common Causes & Factors for Bank Errors in QB
QuickBooks Desktop banking errors, including **[QuickBooks bank error 163](https://proadvisorsolutions.com/blog/quickbooks-error-163/)**, can occur due to the following main reasons and triggers:

1. The banking details on the website and in QuickBooks do not match, possibly due to an outdated or incorrect account or routing number.
1. Internet connectivity issues, including a weak or unstable network, are causing problems when accessing the banking website.
1. If an incorrect login link or website is used.

## Solutions to Fix bank errors in QuickBooks
The QuickBooks banking error can be effectively resolved by following the detailed solutions provided below -
### Solution 1: Reconnect your bank account using the Edit section of the Banking tab
You can resolve the bank errors by attempting to reconnect the bank account as follows:

1. Navigate to the Banking section in QBO and click Edit to choose Edit Account Info. Then, select Disconnect this Account on Save.
1. Save your changes and go to the Banking section again. Click on Add Account, choose your bank from the drop-down list, and enter your banking ID.
1. Press Enter to complete the security verification process. Then, select Securely Connect and choose the Credit Card Account. Finally, click Connect.

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### Solution 2: Launch QuickBooks in an Incognito Mode from the Banking Panel
To resolve the banking errors, run QuickBooks in an incognito window from the banking section.

1. Right-click the browser icon and select the Incognito Window or Private Window option. Log in to your QBO account.
1. Click on Banking from the left panel and then click the Bank icon. Click on the Edit icon and choose Edit Sign-In Info for the account.
1. To update the financial transactions, log in to your bank account and provide your login credentials for verification.
### Solution 3: Use the Correct Login Link or Website

1. Make sure you are logging into your QuickBooks account using the correct website or link.
1. Verify again that the URL or web address is correct and takes you to the official QuickBooks login page.
1. Links from dubious or unreliable sources should not be clicked as they could take you to phishing or fraudulent websites.
1. Contact QuickBooks support if you need help determining whether a link is legitimate.
1. Consider bookmarking the official QuickBooks login page to make accessing it more accessible and to avoid manually typing the URL.

**QuickBooks bank errors** can be resolved by following the troubleshooting steps outlined above. If you encounter any difficulties with these solutions and your banking functions remain impaired, please contact our expert team at **1-855-856-0042** for immediate assistance.

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