In this time of being stuck at home due to the pandemic, binge-watching and streaming movies and videos have become a life savior. Hulu is one of the most used websites or apps for the same purpose. As great as it is, sometimes you can get stuck with the frustrating issue of Hulu error code 503.
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The issue of Hulu error 503 can arise due to HTTP server failure or if the services are down for Hulu. If the startup wasn’t proper, that can also result in the issue. To resolve this, check the status of Hulu servers try restarting the system with proper boot devices.
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How To Fix Hulu Error Code 503 – ValidEdge
Despite the reason for the error Hulu error code 503, this detailed step-by-step guide will help you eradicate it from its root. To do so,
Check and fix the DNS Error.
Sometimes the issue can be in the DNS server settings; majorly, the two things to check for are,
Remove DNS Cache
If the cache files are not removed time and time, then it can result in the error. To remove these,
- In the search bar, enter the command prompt.
- Run it as administrator and then tap on yes in the prompt window
remove dns cache - One by one, enter the following :ipconfig /release, ipconfig /flushdns and ipconfig /renew
Now restart your pc and check if the issue Hulu error code 503 Roku persists. Or,
Turn on Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically
Try enabling the system to automatically choose the server. To do so,
- In the toolbar, right tap on the network icon
- Go to the properties option and tap on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)
- In the window, choose properties and go to the general tab
Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically - Under this, click on the Obtain DNS server address automatically option and press ok.
This will make your system choose the server for you, eradicating the issue.
Try to refresh the Browser.
The browser page can also be a problem sometimes. If the web page doesn’t recognize your internet, the issue can also occur.
To resolve this, refresh the browser page by clicking on ctrl+F5 and reloading Hulu. Now check for the Hulu error code 503 and if it persists, then restart the browser and try again.
Try restarting the system.
Shut down your pc, then turn off your router. Reconnect your router, restart your pc, and open Hulu to check if the error persists.
The error code 503 Hulu can result from simple connection problems, so it is better to restart your pc and router as a rule constantly.
Use Hulu after some time.
If the Hulu streaming unavailable error keeps coming up no matter what you try, then it is better to stop trying for a while and then retry.
In this way, any browser or Hulu server-related issue gets fixed, and then the website will open without any error.
Verify if the subscription is valid
Why does Hulu say currently unavailable? Hulu uses a subscription as its payment method. If your subscription is coming to an end, make sure you recharge it only once.
The multiple gateways created will result in the Hulu error code 503 issue if you do it twice. In this case, contact Hulu support and ask them for a refund.
FAQs
What error code 504 Hulu means?
Error codes 3, 503, or 504 mean and indicate that there is a problem with your internet connection while watching movies or videos on Hulu.
How do I resolve the Hulu app not working on iOS?
In order to fix the functioning of Hulu on iOS, reinstall the application, then update it and try having a wired internet connection if possible.
Conclusion
With assistance from this guide, we hope you were able to resolve the frustrating Hulu error code 503. Now that you’ve dealt with all browser issues get back to binge-watching your favourites on Hulu. Happy streaming!
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Mayank Parmar is a journalist covering technology news, but with a strong focus on Microsoft and Windows related stories.
