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MicrosoftWindows WinINetError code

12172

ERROR_INTERNET_NOT_INITIALIZED

Alternative forms: 0x00002F8C · 0x2F8C · ERROR_INTERNET_NOT_INITIALIZED

What does this code mean?

Code 12172 · An issue reported by Windows WinINet.

Official explanation · Original text

Initialization of the WinINet API has not occurred. Indicates that a higher-level function, such as InternetOpen, has not been called yet.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

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

This entry links only to official code reference documentation. No separate troubleshooting procedure has been verified.

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Error Messages (Wininet.h) ↗

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