Step-by-Step Fix for QuickBooks Payroll Update Error PS033
                     QuickBooks Payroll 
Update Error PS033: 
Relevant Fixes
Payroll processing in QuickBooks relies heavily on staying up-to-date.  However, encountering ‘
QuickBooks Payroll Update Error PS033’ can throw a wrench in your workflow. This error prevents 
you from downloading the latest tax tables and other essential payroll updates, potentially leading to 
inaccurate calculations and compliance issues.
This is a common error with several potential solutions.  The present guide will delve into the reasons 
behind this issue, ranging from corrupted files to outdated software or security software interference.  
Whether you're a seasoned QuickBooks user or just starting out with payroll processing, this guide will 
be your companion.
By following these solutions, you'll be able to fix this error efficiently and ensure your payroll system 
remains up-to-date and compliant.
​Are you searching for accurate technical guidance regarding ‘QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 
PS033’? You need to dial 1.855.856.0042 to connect with our QB Technical Support Team.

Most Common Reasons That Can Provoke ‘PS033 
QuickBooks Application Error’
The reasons discussed below can provoke ‘PS033 QuickBooks Application Error’:
• Damaged or corrupted files within the QuickBooks CPS folder (Payroll data storage).
• Outdated QuickBooks Desktop software version lacking compatibility with current updates.
• Security software like firewalls or antivirus programs blocking update downloads.
Simplified Solutions For The ‘PS033 Payroll Update Error 
Message in QuickBooks’
 
The solutions discussed below can help you overcome the ‘PS033 Payroll Update Error Message in 
QuickBooks’:
Solution 1: Accurately verify & install all the required QB updates to 
eliminate this technical glitch 
• Open QuickBooks Desktop and go to "Help" > "About QuickBooks." Note your current version 
number.
• In the "Help" menu, select "Check for Updates." Download and install any available updates to 
ensure compatibility with the latest payroll updates.
• Finally, execute all the verified steps to get all the relevant payroll service updates on your computer.
Solution 2: Suitably validate the QB payroll service key & acquire all 
the fresh payroll service updates 
• Navigate to "Employees" > "My Payroll Service" (or "Payroll" depending on your version). Select 
"Manage Service Key."
• Confirm your service name and status are correct ("Active"). If incorrect, contact Intuit for 
assistance.
• Click "Edit" and uncheck the "Open Payroll Setup" box. Click "Next" and "Finish" to download the 
entire payroll update, including tax tables.
Solution 3: Seamlessly resolve this troublesome issue by imposing a 
fresh name on the CPS folder 
• Close any open QuickBooks windows.
• Navigate to your QuickBooks program files (usually C:\ProgramData\Intuit\QuickBooks [Year]).
• Right-click the "Payroll" folder and rename it to "Payroll.old." This forces QuickBooks to create a 
fresh folder upon restart, potentially resolving issues within the folder.
Solution 4: Effortlessly disable Windows Firewall to overcome this payroll update problem 
• Click the Start menu (Windows icon) and type "Control Panel." Select the app that appears in 
the search results. Then, navigate to "System and Security" and choose "Windows Firewall."
• Depending on your Windows version, you might see separate settings for private and public 
networks.
• Locate the network profile you want to modify firewall settings for (e.g., "Private network" or 
"Public network").
• Click on the toggle switch next to "Microsoft Defender Firewall" to turn it to the "Off" position for the 
chosen network profile.
• After that, move back to QB payroll to get all the relevant updates on the system.
By checking your software version, verifying your service key, and potentially disabling security software 
temporarily, you can overcome ‘QuickBooks Payroll Update Error PS033’. For additional information, 
dial 1.855.856.0042 to contact our QB Experts Team.