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When encountering QuickBooks update error 1625, follow these steps to resolve the issue:

1. Check Windows Settings: This error often occurs due to Windows settings that restrict software installation.

2. Modify Group Policy Settings:

   • Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
   • Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Installer.
   • Double-click on "Prohibit non-administrators from applying vendor-signed updates" and set it to "Disabled."

3. Modify Registry Settings:

   • Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
   • Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer.
   • Check for the value named DisableMSI and set it to 0.

4. Run as Administrator:

   • Right-click the QuickBooks icon and select "Run as Administrator" to ensure it has the necessary permissions for updates.

5. Check User Account Control (UAC):

   • Go to Control Panel > User Accounts > Change User Account Control settings.
   • Lower the UAC setting temporarily to allow QuickBooks to update without restrictions.

6. Disable Third-Party Applications:

   • Temporarily disable antivirus and firewall programs that might be blocking the update process.

7. Update Windows:

   • Ensure your Windows operating system is fully updated. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and install any pending updates.

8. Restart the Computer:

   • Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve the error by resetting the necessary services.

9. Contact Support:

   • If the error persists, dial +1.855.856.0053 for QuickBooks support. The support team can provide specific troubleshooting steps and help resolve QuickBooks update error 1625.

By following these steps, you can effectively troubleshoot and resolve QuickBooks update error 1625.