iTunes error -50 is a very common issue which occurs at the time when iTunes is not able to connect with its database server. Due to this error code, you will not be able to access your library and sync data. Network issues, corrupted files and the Firewall settings can be the cause for this iTunes error code. Though this is a frustrating issue for users, you don’t need to fret. In this article, you get the possible guidelines to resolve this iTunes error 50.
Facing this iTunes issue is not only related to the iTunes application, but there are some other reasons for which this happens. So you need to follow each and every part of the solutions from this article to fix this iTunes error 50.
If iTunes is not working correctly then it may be due to Error 50. So you can follow the below procedures to resolve this issue.
If internet connection is not working correctly, then it may result in iTunes error 50. At first, you need to check all the wire connection of your internet device and to do this try to shut down your system. After fixing the wire connection you can check. By doing this if it does not solve the internet problem then you need to talk with your internet service provider to fix the issue. By resolving the internet connection issue, you may get this problem solved.
Upgrading your iTunes application may resolve this problem. Follow the process below to learn how to install the latest version of iTunes in your device.
Initially, you need to uninstall your iTunes application. To do this go to the Control Panel>Programs and Features. Now you will see all the installed program in your system, right click on the iTunes application icon. Then you will see the Uninstall option. Click on it to remove the present iTunes from your device.
Next, open a browser and type download iTunes on the address bar and hit on Enter. Then you can choose the first option from the searching result. After that scroll down to get the Download Now option, after clicking on it. Now a pop-up window will open. select on ‘Save to start the downloading process’. Wait a moment till the downloading process gets over. Then click on the Run option. By doing this the iTunes installer will open. Then tap on Next and after that on Install. Now to complete the process click on ‘Finish’. Now you can see that your iTunes error 50 will be resolved.
In some of the cases, the Firewall is the reason behind this error code. By disabling the firewall you may able to solve this issue, but it may not be a safe option for your system. Now let us learn the procedure to disable the Firewall in your system.
At first, you need to open the Control Panel from the Windows search box. Next tap on the System and Security option. After that, you need to click on the Windows Firewall from the available options. Now you will be able to turn off your Firewall. This may help you to access your iTunes application.
These are the various ways by which you may be able to fix iTunes error 50 completely.