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QuickBooks Error 3008 [A Brief Guide on How to Fix this Error]

QuickBooks Error 3008 is an error QB users often face while opening the QuickBooks desktop application on computers with Windows operating system installed. This error shows up when some less common malware infects the computer and destroys the license certificate which QuickBooks require for several operations. In this blog, we will cover causes, affects, and solutions that will help you understand and resolve this problem.

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Causes of QuickBooks Error Code 3008

  1. This error acts up when some less common malware or virus infects the whole system.
  2. When a malware affects the license certificate that QuickBooks demands, this error can show up.

How Error 3008 Affects QuickBooks Desktop?

Since this error takes place because of unknown malware, there may be a chance that the software repairing tools can also get damaged. Hence, tools like QuickBooks File Doctor might not be able to fix this issue. Users might need to purchase a licensed version of QuickBooks to use it again.

This error can also make it impossible to access QB files and documents. The error needs to be vanished for QuickBooks to function back normally. This error can also cause data damage and loss of crucial documents if not resolved soon.

Ways to Fix QuickBooks Startup Error 3008

As the cause of this error is specific, so are the solutions associated with it. There are not many solutions as the reason is rather singular. Major solutions to fix this error are:

Unchecked the Use Proxy Option in Settings

You will need to uncheck Proxy through the Internet Explorer settings. Follow these steps to achieve the same:

  1. Click on the gear icon given in the Internet Explorer window.
  2. Now click on Internet Options and go to the Connections
  3. After all these steps, you need to click on LAN
  4. Uncheck Use Proxy By default, the settings will be examined. Then click on OK.
  5. You need to start QuickBooks Sync Manager and check the proxy settings from there.
  6. If the checkbox next to Use Proxy Server option is selected, then this indicates the presence of a malware. If the malware is not present, then it will display a secure network.

Note: These above steps will identify malware. If the system has none, only then will it show a secure network.

Third-Party Applications

This is used as a last resort. When all options fail, this method can be attempted. Even though QuickBooks doesn’t suggest this, but it’s still worth a try to try some third-party antivirus or anti-malware apps that can help you resolve this error.

Conclusion

This blog discusses the causes, effects, and solutions for QuickBooks Error 3008. This error doesn’t have many solutions, as the cause of this error is pretty straightforward. So, the steps mentioned in the solutions must be tried throughout as this error code can lead to grave consequences if not resolved early and on time.

In any technical query or issue you can’t resolve yourself, QuickBooks Professional Team can always be contacted that can better guide and assist you. Dial (844)-888-4666 and get in touch with the experts now.