Fixing Error Connecting Bank Account
In QuickBooks
The issue of error connecting bank account in QuickBooks occurs when the
software fails to establish a connection with a user's bank account. This problem
can arise for several reasons, such as using incorrect login credentials, temporary
bank server issues, changes to the bank account, your bank not participating
with QuickBooks, or you trying to connect to the wrong account type. Also,
connectivity problems, outdated QuickBooks software, and restrictions from the
bank can contribute to this error.
Causes Why Error Appears When Connecting Bank
Account in QuickBooks
Here are some common reasons that might be causing difficulties connecting
your bank account to QuickBooks.
 Some banks only allow connections for specific types of accounts. For
example, they may support business accounts but not personal accounts.
 Your bank may not be a participating bank with QuickBooks.
 Sometimes, banks undergo system maintenance, which can temporarily
disrupt connections.
 Certain banks have multiple names or variations in QuickBooks. Make sure
you select the correct bank from the list and consider trying all possible
URLs associated with your bank.
Note: Before moving to the solution, first make sure that everything is good
from your bank side. Also, update your bank connections in QuickBooks to
avoid various bank errors in QuickBooks, such as QuickBooks error code 108.
Resolving Errors Connecting Bank Account in QB
You can resolve this banking issue by following the below solutions.
Solution 1: Connect Your Bank Account Correctly
If your bank has confirmed everything is fine on their end, ensure you're selecting
the correct bank name when connecting your account. Here's how:
 Go to the Banking or Transactions section on the left panel.
 Click on Link account or Add account.
 Access the Connect your bank or credit card to bring in your transactions field.
 Enter the URL provided by your bank.
 Follow the on-screen instructions.
 Complete the connection process.
Solution 2: Sign in to Your Bank website
 Go to the Transactions menu.
 After that, select Bank transactions.
 Click on the Link account. Note that you are not adding an account at this stage;
you just need the URL listed.
 Search for your bank and select it from the list.
 Copy the URL provided for your bank.
 Use the copied URL to sign in to your bank's website.
Solution 3: Verify and Link Your Bank Account in QuickBooks Online
To ensure you connect your bank account correctly, follow these steps:
 Go to Bookkeeping.
 Then Transactions.
 After that, select Bank Transactions or go to Banking.
 If this is your first bank account setup, click Connect account.
 If you have already set up accounts before, click Link account.
 On the Connect an account page, enter the name of your bank or, preferably,
your bank's URL in the search field.
 Press the Enter key.
 Select your bank when it appears on the list.
 Follow the on-screen instructions.
 Complete the connection process for your bank account.
Conclusion
After following this guide, you can easily fix the error connecting bank
account in QuickBooks.