Common Problems
This error is usually caused when a permissions issue or another program prevents the Launcher from creating a folder on your computer. Follow the steps below to resolve the error.
Windows
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Try closing background applications to resolve any software conflicts.
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Configure your security software's exception list to allow Blizzard applications to run.
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Try creating a new administrator account to resolve permissions issues.
Mac
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Try closing background applications to resolve any software conflicts.
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Configure your security software's exception list to allow Blizzard applications to run.
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Try creating a new administrator account to resolve permissions issues.
Advanced Troubleshooting
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Repair Disk Permissions to resolve any permission conflicts with logon modules.
Tried everything here?
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