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How to Fix the Hulu App on Windows 10/11 if It’s Not Working

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Updated onDecember 13, 2023

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Hulu is a video-streaming service that you can watch TV shows with itsappor a browser.

The Windows 10 Hulu app doesn’t always work, however, as some users have stated that theappdoesn’t play any videos for them.

Hulu streaming errors aren’t entirely uncommon for Windows devices. If your Huluapp’svideo streamingisn’t working, check out some potential fixes below.

What can I do if the Hulu app won’t work on Windows 10?

1. Check if Hulu is down

Playback Failureis one of the Hulu app’s streaming error messages. That error message is usually due to a server outage.

Thus, it might be the case that there’s an ongoing Hulu server outage, which you can’t really resolve yourself.

To check if the Hulu server is down, open a page onIs It Down Right Now. That page tells you if there’s something up with the Hulu server.

At the time of writing, the page’s server status check states,Hulu.com is up and reachable. However, some U.S. users have recently stated there that Hulu is still down in a few regions.

If that page states that Hulu.com is generally down, then you’ll probably just need to wait one or two days until Hulu restores the server.

2. Open the Windows Store apps troubleshooter

The Windows Store apps troubleshooter can fix Windows 10 apps that don’t work. This troubleshooter might provide a fix for your Hulu app, so be sure to try it out.

3. Reboot your desktop or laptop

Your Windows 10 desktop or laptop might not have correctly configured the connection settings when you started it. As such, restartingWindows 10might fix the Hulu app.

Select to shut down your desktop or laptop from the Start menu, and then unplug it for about a minute or so.

In addition, you can also unplug your router or modem for about a minute. Plug the router andWindows 10device back in. Then start your desktop or laptop and run Hulu.

4. Reinstall Hulu

A fresh Hulu app with a clear data cache might stream video just fine. So reinstalling theappcould be the resolution you’re looking for. Follow the steps above to reinstall theWindows 10Hulu app.

5. Turn Off DRM

Some Hulu media content with DRM (Digital Rights Management) restrictions might not play back unless you turn off DRM.

Also, if youdon’t know how to remove DRM from WMA, you can always look closely at our quick guide.

6. Close background software

Background software can also have an impact on Huluvideo streams.

Antivirus utilities with firewallsare perhaps the most likely background software to stop Hulu from playing videos altogether, and other programs might at least slow down the load times.

So, be sure to close background programs before running the Hulu app. You can close programs that aren’t on the Windows taskbar with Task Manager, as explained above.

7. Update the Hulu app

Software updates often provide bug and crash fixes. So it might be worth checking for Hulu app updates, by following our steps above.

8. Connect router with an Ethernet cable

If you’re utilizing Hulu via a Wi-Fi connection, consider switching to an Ethernet connection. An Ethernet cable can provide a more stable connection.

To connect your PC and router with an Ethernet cable if you have one. Then try watching a video on Hulu to see if Ethernet makes a difference.

Take a closer look at ourlist of free and paid streaming software for PC usersto find the proper one for your needs.

9. Switch off other Wi-Fi devices

If you only have limited bandwidth, other Wi-Fi device users can have a significant impact on Huluvideo streams. It can also affect your ability to log in, and you may encounter thewe can’t verify your email address error.

To ensure no other Wi-Fi device is on when you’re utilizing Hulu. That will ensure nobody else hogs network bandwidth when you try to watch programs with Hulu.

10. Temporarily turn off Windows Defender Firewall

Firewalls can block Hulu and other streaming apps from playing content if not configured.

So, turn the Windows Defender Firewall off before you run Hulu to ensure it’s not getting in the way of playback. Follow the guidelines below to turn off the firewall temporarily.

Try a different streaming service

Consider taking a look at what other streaming services have to offer. It depends on your viewing preferences, but trying a different service might be a good idea.

Disney+ has a library that does contain some shows and films available on Hulu, so it could be a good fit for your streaming needs. Plus, it has a lot of original shows and films, both old and new.

Since its launch, the platform has been continuously growing in content.

Disney+ is available on all devices and operating systems. It has an easy-to-use user interface that can be accessed both through their app or in the browser.

⇒Get Disney+

Those fixes might repair the Hulu app so that it streams video. Some of those resolutions might also fix Hulu playback in the browser.

For further details onhow to fixvideo streaminginWindows 10, take a closer look at our comprehensive guide and fix them easily.

We hope these solutions helped you fix the Hulu app if it doesn’t work on Windows 10. For other related issues likeTeaTV not working, check out our detailed article for available fixes.

This article has constantly been updated for freshness and accuracy. We have been editing the solutions that might fix the problem with the app’s latest updates. We really hope that you solved your issues and continued to enjoy watching your favorite content.

How to Fix the Hulu App on Windows 10/11 if It’s Not Working#

What can I do if the Hulu app won’t work on Windows 10?#

1. Check if Hulu is down#

2. Open the Windows Store apps troubleshooter#

3. Reboot your desktop or laptop#

4. Reinstall Hulu#

5. Turn Off DRM#

6. Close background software#

7. Update the Hulu app#

8. Connect router with an Ethernet cable#

9. Switch off other Wi-Fi devices#

10. Temporarily turn off Windows Defender Firewall#

Try a different streaming service#