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FIX: Sling TV authorization error 8-12
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Updated onOctober 1, 2024
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Cable TV is not really a thing anymore. Why should it be when you can enjoy your favorite shows and movies (and have the luxury of only watch your selected content) anytime, without constant ads interrupting you?
There are manystreaming servicesto pick from such asNetflix,Amazon Prime, Hulu, or Sling TV, for that matter and you can enjoy them without a traditional cable subscription. That’s the beauty of it.
SlingTVoffers a large selection of channels to choose from and it does not limit you to watching content on yourTV. You can do it from any other device including your laptop, Xbox, mobile phone, and so on.
But there are occasions when the Sling TV app might return an error message (or more). For instance, you might come acrosssling tv authorization error 8-12.
Check out the steps listed below to resolve the issue.
How do you fix a Sling error 8 12?
1. Check the specific content’s availability
If the 8-12erroroccurs while you are watching a specific content, it’s likely you no longer have access to it. It’s a common practice to make shows and movies available for a free preview which is submitted to a certain duration.
Make sure you check the current free previews on theofficial Sling TV site.
2. Update the Sling app
If you are using a Windows 10 device, follow the steps below to update the Sling app automatically:
You also have the possibility to manually check for updates within the Microsoft Store.
In case you are using a different device, you can find detailed instructions on how to update the Sling app on the official page.
For mobile devices, you can launch the updates from theGoogle Play Storeor theApps Store, according to the operating system you are using (Android or IOs).
3. Sign out/in and relaunch the Sling app
Disconnect from the app and manually seize your credentials in order to sign back into the app.
You might also want to fully close and then relaunch the app, then check if theerroris still present.
4. Restart your device
If you are using a Windows device, simply access the Start menu, click thePower Optionsbutton, and selectRestart.
Check if theerroris still present after your PC turns back on.
5. Update your browser
You do not necessarily need to install the app in order to view content on Sling TV. If you are streaming content online, make sure you have the latest version installed for your current browser.
For instance, in order to updateGoogle Chrome, you need to click the 3 dots on the top-right corner and selectUpdate Google Chrome, then relaunch your browser.
Check the developers’ pages forEdgeandSafarito get a detailed guide on how to upgrade to the latest versions.
6. Reinstall the Sling TV app
If you are using a Windows device, selectApps and Featuresfrom the Start menu and locate the Sling TV app. Then selectUninstalland follow the instructions prompted on the screen.
Once the uninstall has finished, you can reinstall Sling TV from the Microsoft Store.
According to the producer, 8-12errorsshould typically resolve themselves within 24 hours. If it is not the case, make sure to follow the steps provided above in order to restore your Sling app.
Speaking of errors, we have a new article onSling error 28-29, so don’t miss it for more information.
Let us know which solution worked for you in the comments section below.
More about the topics:Sling TV,Sling TV errors
Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
