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MicrosoftWindows WinINetError code

12009

ERROR_INTERNET_INVALID_OPTION

Alternative forms: 0x00002EE9 · 0x2EE9 · ERROR_INTERNET_INVALID_OPTION

What does this code mean?

Code 12009 · An issue reported by Windows WinINet.

Official explanation · Original text

A request to InternetQueryOption or InternetSetOption specified an invalid option value.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

First check that the document's product, version, and environment match your situation.

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Error Messages (Wininet.h) ↗

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