How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Desktop has expired issue?

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How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Desktop has
expired issue?
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• After QuickBooks Desktop has been installed on
  client computers and the server hosting the
  database, licensing validation is performed
  automatically in the background. However, workers
  have complained of being blocked from accessing
  business files due to notifications like
  "QuickBooks Desktop has reached the expiration
  date." This message prevents access to the
  QBW32.exe file because QuickBooks Desktop must be
  another issue that can also cause QuickBooks
  issues.
• The best potential causes of the QuickBooks
  Desktop has reached the expiration date error
  are discussed in this post. In addition, we will
  advise you on the best approaches to resolving
  the issue.
• Causes of QuickBooks Desktop Expired Issue
• QuickBooks Desktop must be renewed using the
  license number before its expiration date (find
  QuickBooks license number). There are, however, a
  few potential causes to consider. Here are some
  more specifics
• When QuickBooks Desktop is not correctly
  registered, a "QuickBooks expiration date" alert
  appears.
• If you have not registered with QuickBooks after
  the 30-day trial period ends, you may get a
  message saying so.
• Errors in QuickBooks are common if your company
  file has been corrupted or damaged.
• You are attempting to register QuickBooks using
  an invalid license.
• If these issues prevent you from using QuickBooks
  Desktop, you may get a new license by visiting
  the official website. After that, you can
  activate the program by registering and entering
  the license key.

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• Resolving the QuickBooks has Reached the
  Expiration Date Error
• The "QuickBooks Desktop has reached expiration
  date" notification appears once the trial or free
  version of QuickBooks Desktop has ended. You can
  reactivate the service by reregistering or
  entering the license number. The only thing you
  need to do is edit your billing info and get
  access to the data.
• You may be locked out of your QuickBooks company
  files for another reason. But, again, you can use
  the troubleshooting procedures. You can update
  QuickBooks Desktop and the server manager, close
  any open QuickBooks windows, fix firewall issues,
  delete the Entitlement Data File, and more.
  Fortunately, you may get rid of these disruptions
  permanently by using the QuickBooks File Doctor
  Tool. Let's go ahead.
• Method 1 Change your Billing Information
• A "QuickBooks Desktop has reached expiration
  date" window may appear after the trial period
  for the accounting software QuickBooks has ended.
  If you want to keep using QuickBooks Desktop
  after seeing this notice, updating the billing
  information is essential.
• When you log in to your customer account on the
  portal, you may change your payment information
  and get your service back up and running. If you
  want to do the same, here are some things to keep
  in mind
• Input your username and password to access the
  account.
• After a successful login, you'll be able to
  change the payment details for a specific
  subscription or purchase by selecting the item in
  question.

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• Look at the "Product" section under "Billing
  Information" now.
• Just hit the "Edit" button.
• Please review the "Billing Information" and make
  any necessary changes.
• Select "Save and Close" to finish saving and exit
  the program.
• You'll have unhindered access to QuickBooks
  Desktop and your business data once you've synced
  your license and billing information. However,
  incorrect settings and corrupted data are likely
  causes of any further accounting software
  problems you may be experiencing. As a result, in
  the following section, we will reveal more
  methods by which you can resolve the QuickBooks
  issues.
• Method 2 Use Task Manager to Cancel any Open
  QuickBooks-Related Tasks
• The processing performed by QuickBooks continues
  even if you are not actively using it. Due to
  this, you cannot gain entry to your QuickBooks
  company files. Simply terminate the process using
  Windows' built-in Task Manager to prevent further
  interruptions.
• Before doing anything further, close any
  instances of "QuickBooks Desktop" that might be
  running.
• Launching the "Task Manager" to cancel the task
  is necessary. To do that, just hit "Ctrl"
  followed by "Shift" and "Esc" on your keyboard
  simultaneously.
• Click the "Processes" button now.
• You can use the provided alphabetical sorting of
  procedures to locate the desired outcome quickly.
• You can also try looking for the "QBW32.exe"
  program.
• Simply click the "End Task" button when you're
  done.
• You can close Activity Manager and open
  QuickBooks Desktop to complete the background
  task. If the "QuickBooks Desktop has expired"
  message is still appearing.

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• Method 3 Set up a Firewall in Windows
• Removing the warning from QuickBooks is simple by
  changing the port settings in Windows Firewall.
  These procedures are compatible with QuickBooks.
• Go to the Windows "Start" menu (bottom left) and
  pick an option.
• The Windows Firewall can be found by searching
  for it.
• The "Advanced Settings" tab can be found in the
  "Firewall" window.
• Just click the button labeled "Inbound Rules"
  now.
• Make a new rule by clicking the appropriate
  button.
• The "Port" button must be clicked.
• Select "Next" to proceed.
• Now, you should make sure that the "TCP" radio
  button is selected.
• When prompted with a field labeled "Specific
  Local Ports," enter the ports corresponding to
  your QuickBooks Desktop version.
• The "Next" button will become available after
  entering the port number.
• Choose the "Allow the Connection" button
  afterward.
• Select "Next" to proceed.
• Make sure all the desired profiles are selected
  before clicking "Next."
• Add "QBPort (year)" as the rule's label, and
  you're ready to go.
• Then, select "Finish" from the menu.