QuickBooks Error 179 is a banking-related login issue that occurs when QuickBooks cannot connect to your financial institution due to invalid credentials, lockouts, or corrupted data. This error prevents users from downloading transactions, syncing accounts, or signing into their bank’s website through QuickBooks Online or Desktop. If you’re repeatedly facing Error 179 and need assistance, you can contact QuickBooks support at 1-888-394-9046 for expert guidance. Many users prefer calling 1-888-394-9046 when banking data fails to sync or when the account gets locked unexpectedly.

What Is QuickBooks Error 179?

QuickBooks Error 179 appears when QuickBooks detects inconsistencies or unauthorized access attempts while connecting to a bank account. This security-triggered error is designed to protect your financial information.

It occurs most often in QuickBooks Online, but QuickBooks Desktop users may encounter it as well when attempting online banking updates.

Main Causes of QuickBooks Error 179

Here are the most frequent reasons users face this bank login error:

✔ 1. Multiple Active Logins

If you or another user are logged into online banking from multiple devices, the bank system may reject QuickBooks access.

✔ 2. Incorrect Banking Login Credentials

Mistyped usernames or passwords cause an immediate authentication failure.

✔ 3. Bank Website Lockouts

Too many failed attempts can lock the account temporarily, triggering Error 179.

✔ 4. Corrupted Company File Data

Damaged lists, incorrect balances, or account mismatches can prevent proper banking sync.

✔ 5. Browser Cache or Sync Conflicts

Cached data or outdated sessions may interfere with online banking connections.

Symptoms of QuickBooks Error 179

You may observe:

• Inability to log into your bank through QuickBooks

• QuickBooks freezing while updating bank feeds

• Missing or incorrect account balances

• Transaction download failures

• A message such as: “Error 179: Failed to log into the bank. Please try again.”

If the issue continues, calling support at 1-888-394-9046 may help prevent additional account lockouts.

How to Fix QuickBooks Error 179 (Step-by-Step Guide)

1. Log Out From All Banking Sessions

• Log out from your bank website on all browsers and devices.

• Close apps or Windows users that might still be logged in.

2. Correct Your Banking Login Credentials

• Manually log into your bank’s official website.

• Verify your username and password.

• Ensure the account is not locked.

3. Clear Browser Cache & Cookies

Cached data can block QuickBooks from connecting.

• Open your browser settings

• Select Clear Browsing Data

• Restart the browser

4. Update Banking Information in QuickBooks

In QuickBooks Online:

• Go to Banking

• Select your bank

• Click Update

5. Repair Damaged Company File Data

Corrupted data may prevent a banking sync.

• Use QuickBooks Tool Hub

• Run Verify & Rebuild Data

• Repair any inconsistencies

6. Disable Browser Extensions

Extensions like password managers or privacy blockers sometimes interfere with login attempts.

Preventing QuickBooks Error 179 in the Future

• Avoid logging into bank accounts from multiple devices at the same time

• Update QuickBooks and your browser regularly

• Clear cache on a routine basis

• Maintain accurate company file data

• Monitor bank password changes or security alerts

Need Expert Help?

If you still face QuickBooks Error 179 after trying these solutions, it may require deeper troubleshooting from a specialist. For immediate expert help, contact the QuickBooks support team at 1-888-394-9046.