The consequence is that users won’t be able to log into their user profiles, apps could have issues accessing users’ data, and some components installed to receive profile event notifications won’t receive them. Some users have associated the problem with the installation of Windows 10. In this article, we will explain how to get rid of this problem in a few simple steps to bring your user profile to a normal state of use.

Why won’t Windows 10 connect to the ProfSvc service?

There could be several reasons why Windows 10 cannot connect to the ProfSvc (Profile Service) service. Some possible causes include the following:

Network connectivity issues – If there is a problem with your network connection, Windows may not be able to connect to the ProfSvc service. Firewall settings: If your firewall is blocking access to the ProfSvc service, Windows may not be able to connect to it. ProfSvc service not running: The ProfSvc service may not be running, preventing Windows from connecting. Corrupted or missing system files – If specific system files are missing or corrupted, it could prevent the ProfSvc service from running correctly. Malware or other security threats: Malware or other security threats may have affected the ProfSvc service, preventing it from running correctly.

Let us now explore some common fixes.

How can I fix ProfSvc connection issues?

1. Reset the account password

The first and most natural action is to solve the problem by resetting your account password. If this approach cannot solve the issue, the computer will display the following error alert: “Windows couldn’t connect to the ProfSvc service.” SPONSORED Before diving into more fixes, check if the apps, the user manager, shared PC Account Manager (shpamsvc), and the natural authentication are well configured, and make sure they are working correctly.

2. Restore the original ProfSvc service from Windows 10

The ProfSvc service uses the profsvc.dll file in the %WinDir%\system32 folder. You can restore the original version from Windows 10 installation media if the file is changed, damaged, or deleted.

3. Create a new user account

3.1 Log in to the administrator

The first seven steps should allow you to be ready to create a new user account. Now you can follow these final steps to solve the problem.

3.2 Create a new user account

Following these steps, you have enabled the built-in administrator and created a new user profile. Transfer all the data from the corrupted user to the newly created user profile and verify if the issue has been resolved. Following one of the three above solutions should help you fix your issue. Let us know in the comments section below if you have any suggestions.

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