Here's what to do if the Bark Desktop App won't open on your Windows PC. Select the issue that matches what you're seeing:
Error: "Installation has failed"
Error: "Installation has failed"
This is a temporary issue from clicking on the Bark.exe file too many times and too quickly.
Click Close on the error.
Wait 1 minute (just in case the Bark Desktop App is already being installed).
Then, open the Bark Desktop App again.
If you're still getting the same error, single-click on the Bark.exe file and then press the Enter key. It should open this time!
If that still didn't work, download a fresh copy of the Bark Desktop App.
App doesn't open, or opens for a second and immediately disappears
App doesn't open, or opens for a second and immediately disappears
Check if you have a 64-bit or a 32-bit operating system.
āHave 64-bit: Great! Bark is compatible with your computer. Move on to the next step.
Have a 32-bit: Bark isn't compatible with your computer. Try using a different compatible computer or the Bark Sync.
Then, open the Bark Desktop App again.
If you're still getting the same error:
Uninstall the Bark Desktop App,
Restart the computer,
Then, re-install it.
App opens as a blank screen
App opens as a blank screen
Then, open the Bark Desktop App again.
If you're still getting the same error, let's...
Uninstall the Bark Desktop App,
Restart the computer,
Then, re-install it.
Error: "Your PC's settings only let it install verified apps from the Store."
Error: "Your PC's settings only let it install verified apps from the Store."
This means your settings are blocking Bark. Let's take care of it below:
Click on Open settings.
Under "Choose where to get apps," select Anywhere, as seen below:
Then, open the Bark Desktop App again.
If you're still getting the same error, let's...
Uninstall the Bark Desktop App,
Restart the computer,
Then, re-install it.
Tired of the computer method? The Bark Sync monitors your child's iOS device automatically whenever they plug in to charge ā no computer or iTunes required.