Overly Restrictive Firewall – EBIRForms, Solutions, Fixes, Final Solution?

If you’r experiencing overly restrictive firewall error message using the EBIRFORMS -then first find out if you’re alone on this. Do a search on Reddit to see if others are getting overly restrictive firewall. It happens once in a while.

If many others are experiencing it, then take 15 minutes to pray the Rosary. Here’s a guide, just press play and silently count the beads, exactly like Mary during her apparition at Lourdes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgtJ-sFzWww

Pray with Us: The Holy Rosary (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgtJ-sFzWww)

Did you do it?
Praying the Rosary introduces peace and silence and time from the moment of your frustration, to 15-30 minutes later.

This reduces your stresss.

This is important because this will not be the only problem you’re going to encounter. There will many and frequent. You must expect the problems. EBiRFORMs is software. All software have problems. They are human made. And they need fixes when problems happen. Just be thankful you’re not driving a TESLA CYBERTRUCK and the software “HANGS” – causing you to lose control of the truck. See? Happy thoughts.

Heres what the internet / reddit told you to do:

How To Fix for Overly Restrictive Firewall Issues with eBIRForms

When encountering an overly restrictive firewall while using eBIRForms to submit your tax return, it can be frustrating. Here are comprehensive solutions to help resolve this issue and successfully submit your tax return:

1. Disable Firewall Temporarily

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Go to Control Panel.
2. Select System and Security.
3. Click on Windows Defender Firewall.
4. Choose Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off.
5. Select Turn off Windows Defender Firewall for both private and public networks.
Note: This is a temporary solution. Ensure you re-enable the firewall once you’ve submitted your tax return for security reasons.

2. Add eBIRForms to Firewall Exceptions

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Open Control Panel.
2. Navigate to System and Security.
3. Click on Windows Defender Firewall.
4. Select Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
5. Click Change settings.
6. Click Allow another app.
7. Browse and select the eBIRForms executable.
8. Click Add and then OK.
Note: This ensures that eBIRForms is allowed to communicate through the firewall.

3. Run eBIRForms as Administrator

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Right-click on the eBIRForms application.
2. Select Run as administrator.
Note: Running as administrator can sometimes resolve permission issues that might be contributing to the firewall problem.

4. Check for Proxy Settings

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Open Internet Options (usually found in Control Panel or by typing it in the Start menu).
2. Go to the Connections tab.
3. Click on LAN settings.
4. Ensure that Use a proxy server for your LAN is unchecked unless you need it.
Note: Proxy settings can interfere with eBIRForms’ ability to connect to the server.

5. Update eBIRForms and System Components

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Ensure you have the latest version of eBIRForms installed.
2. Update .NET Framework and Visual C++ Redistributables to the latest versions.
Note: Outdated software can lead to compatibility issues.

6. Reset Windows Defender Firewall to Defaults

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Open Control Panel.
2. Navigate to System and Security.
3. Click on Windows Defender Firewall.
4. On the left side, click Restore defaults.
5. Confirm by clicking Restore defaults again.
Note: This resets all firewall settings to their default state, which might resolve configuration issues.

7. Flush DNS and Reset Winsock

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
2. Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.
3. Type netsh winsock reset and press Enter.
4. Restart your computer.
Note: This can resolve issues related to network connectivity.

8. Check for Conflicting Programs

Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Close any unnecessary programs that might be interfering with your internet connection or firewall settings.
2. Consider uninstalling recently installed software that could be causing conflicts.
Note: Some programs can alter firewall settings without your knowledge.

9. Contact eBIRForms Support

Reach out to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) support team for assistance if none of the above solutions work. They can provide specific guidance or updates on server issues.

10. Alternative Solutions

Timing. Wait it out. Alarm at 3am, submit. 2am . submit. 4am. submit.

Pray more.

Ask for grace.

Pray more.

Confess your sins to a priest

Pray the rosary.

Use holy water, sanctus bell, more prayers.

Try and try again.

You’ll later that the BIR might announce another fix and extend the deadline.

This is why you must have faith.

Citations:

Answer from Perplexity: pplx.ai/share