Bitdefender Update Error Code: -1004

besnik
edited October 2022 in Install and Updates

Hi guys.

Im trying to update Bitdefender but I get this error.

Update encountered an error (error code: -1004). Bitdefender could not connect to proxy or update server configured. Please check your internet connection and try again.

https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/answer/16629/

I have tried these ways but still the same problem appears.

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  • Gjoksi
    Gjoksi Defender of the month mod

    Hello.

    -- STEP 1 --

    Repair Bitdefender, by following these steps:

    -- STEP 2 --

    If the instructions from Step 1 didn't help, uninstall the Bitdefender program using the Uninstall Tool:

    Next, reinstall Bitdefender from your Bitdefender Central account and see if the issue has been solved, as reinstalling the program usually solves the issues.

    -- STEP 3 --

    If the instructions from Step 2 didn't help, follow the instructions in this step.

    First, take screenshot(s) of the issue,

    create a log file on your Windows device using Bitdefender Support Tool, by following these steps:

    and

    create a connectivity log file, by following these steps:

    Next, contact Bitdefender Consumer Support by e-mail:

    with short description of the issue.

    After that, you will get an automated reply by the Bitdefender Customer Care Team, with your ticket number.

    Now, in reply to that automated reply, you can send the screenshot(s) you already took and the log files you already created.

    Since you are all done, just wait for the support engineers to investigate your issue and find a solution to fix the issue.

    Remember that the screenshot(s) and the log files will help a lot to the support engineers for better and faster investigation on your issue and finding a solution.

    Regards.

  • Hello Gjoksi.

    The first step works for me. Thanks a lot. 👍️