How to Fix Hulu Error Code 406 Error?

Are you facing Hulu error code 406 on your streaming device? Is this code stopping you from watching content on Hulu? If your answer to both these questions is a yes, then worry not as here you will get to know different solutions to fix this issue.

Hulu is a popular streaming service by Comcast and Walt Disney. It is one of the most popular streaming platforms and has over 42 million active subscribers. Hulu has a huge collection of TV shows. Some errors like Hulu error 406 can interrupt your entertainment experience.

Why does Hulu Error 406 Occur:

Several Hulu users mention that they get an error message every time they try to play content. The error message says that "We're having trouble loading this right now.

Check your network connection and then try again" Hulu error 406 can occur due to a variety of reasons. These reasons include.

• Your Hulu app is out of date and requires an update. 
• Slow internet speed. 
• The streaming device is faulty and requires replacement. 
• The Hulu app is corrupt
• Hulu servers may think that your IP address is malicious.

How to Fix Hulu Error 406?

Most of the time, this error gets fixed simply by restarting the Hulu app. A few bugs in the app may also cause it to malfunction. This problem can easily be fixed by closing and launching the app again.

If the error still persists, then you must try to fix your problem by applying different troubleshooting solutions mentioned below.

1) Restart Your Streaming Device and Home Network

One of the ways to fix your problem is to restart your streaming device and router. Below are the steps that you need to follow to fix your problem.

• Close your Hulu app and then power off your streaming device. 
• After that, turn off your mode or router and disconnect it from the power source. 
• Then, wait for a minute and then turn on your router. 
• Wait for a few more minutes and then the lights will start to flash on your modem or router. 
• After that, power on your streaming device and then open the Hulu app and check if this fixes your problem or not.

2) Try Using Some other Network

You may see Hulu error code 406 on your screen if your Wi-Fi network starts to malfunction. In order to resolve your issue, you can try changing your network and the open your Hulu account.

You can also use your mobile data and check if the Hulu app is working properly or not. If the Hulu app is working properly on other networks, then you must contact your internet service provider to resolve the network problem.

3) Use VPN

Hulu servers tag an IP as malicious. If that is the cause of your problem, then you won't be able to use the Hulu app. To resolve this issue, you must use your virtual private network. This will keep your network session secure and a new IP will get assigned to access Hulu. This can help you get rid of the Hulu error code 406. 

4) Stream Hulu on a Different Device

A few users had an issue while using the Hulu app on their web browsers. Their issue was resolved after installing the app on their smart TV. You can also try to fix your problem by using a different streaming device. This will allow you to use the Hulu app without any problem. 

5) Reinstall the Hulu App

If your problem does not get fixed by applying the solutions mentioned above, then that means the Hulu app is corrupted. To resolve this issue, you must uninstall the Hulu app from your device and then reinstall it.