A common problem for HP printers is that the Cartridge Cannot Be Used Until Enrolled In HP Instant Ink error and we are here to fix it once and for all.
With HP Instant Ink Service, you can buy ink for your printer without having to order in-store or online. The service automatically dispatches replacement cartridges when needed and tracks the amount of ink used for each print job. Packages are available for all types of users, from those who print only a handful of pages per month to those who need to print hundreds of documents at a time.
Read: How to Check Ink Levels on HP Printer?
But what if you have already registered for the service and suddenly see the error, The cartridge cannot be used until it is registered with HP Instant Ink on the screen of your printer or computer’s display? And if you really don’t want to use HP Instant Ink, how do you get past this Instant Ink error message?
It is unfortunate that the cartridge cannot be used until the printer is registered in the HP Instant Ink error message. It’s a little difficult to figure out for yourself what these steps are, but luckily for you, our team has found some solutions that will help you solve this problem and help you to print again using your HP printer. will allow.
How to bypass HP Instant Ink?
There are two ways to bypass HP Instant Ink on your printer. There is a solution for those who want to use HP Instant Ink for the foreseeable future and one for those who do not want to use this ink replacement service again.
First, we’ll talk about how to fix the cartridge that can’t be used until the HP Instant Ink error is listed when you still want to be part of the HP Instant Ink service. Time to fix this printer error: 10 minutes
1- Log in to your HP Instant Ink account
The moment you sign up for HP Instant Ink, they create an account for you that links your printer to the subscription. And this account is accessible through their official website.
Once you are on their website, you will need to log in using the credentials you created when you signed up for the first time. Don’t worry, if you forgot your username or password, you can select the “Forgot username or password” option and you can reset your password using the link that HP will send to your registered email address.
2- Go to Manage Subscriptions
Once you are logged into your Instant Ink Dashboard, find the ‘Manage Subscriptions’ option and click on it. This should start by checking if your printer is connected to the HP Instant Ink server. You can begin printing after you confirm that the printer is connected to HP Instant Ink. If not, go to the next step.
3- Fix printer connection to HP Instant Ink
In this step, you need to make sure that your HP printer is connected to your wireless network. You can use our offline printer guide to solve this problem by simply connecting your HP printer using WPS or by entering your Wi-Fi password manually on your printer display screen.
4- Print a Document
Check if your HP Instant Ink registered printer can print a document. You can use a document you tried to print before encountering the cartridge unless you signed up for an HP Instant Ink issue or another random document on your computer. do not do.
Now, for those who don’t have Instant Ink or have already canceled their subscription, here’s our guide on how to fix a cartridge that can’t be used unless it’s listed with the HP error message Don’t be Instant Inc.
- Access your HP Connected account on their Instant Ink website.
- Go to Manage Subscriptions and cancel your existing Instant Ink plan.
- Confirm that you are canceling your HP Instant Ink by clicking the “Confirm” button.
- Remove the HP Instant Ink cartridge inside your printer. You will no longer be able to use them after canceling. We go into more detail about this in the next section of this guide.
- Install a new set of standard HP Ink cartridges that you used before subscribing to HP Instant Ink.
- Try printing a document from your computer or mobile device and see if it works again.
How do I get back to work after I cancel my HP Instant Ink Cartridge?
Note that you will no longer be able to use the HP Instant Ink cartridge after your subscription expires. After cancellation, it is best to have replacement printer ink available so that you can continue to use your device without any problems.
You may think that HP is taking advantage of you by not allowing you to use HP Instant Ink cartridges, but this is also similar to other subscription plans you have previously participated in. A good example is that when you subscribe to Netflix, you can watch all movies and TV shows as long as you subscribe, but as soon as you cancel your plan and your subscription expires, You will no longer be able to access it. more.
We recommend canceling your Instant Ink subscription a day or two before renewal so that you can get the most out of your Instant Ink cartridges as you will no longer be able to use them after your cancellation is confirmed.
Frequently asked questions about HP Instant Ink error messages
Ans: If you have received HP Instant Ink cartridges, you may have already signed up for this program. If you are having trouble accessing your account and their system cannot retrieve your login information, you may need to re-register to be able to use your HP Instant Ink cartridge.
Ans: No, only certain printers are eligible for HP Instant Ink. You can check with the welcome kit that came with your printer, as HP will send HP Instant Ink promo codes to people who buy new printers from them. You can also visit the official HP Instant Ink website and view a list of printers that can use this ink by subscribing by mail.
Ans: You will no longer be able to use your HP Instant Ink cartridge after your Instant Ink subscription is canceled. This means you need to get a new set of standard HP ink cartridges to start printing again.
Ans: Yes, you can still use HP printers without Instant Ink. Just make sure you’ve already canceled your HP Instant Ink subscription and that you’re using a non-instant ink cartridge. You can use your old ink cartridges until they are dry, or you can get a new set of HP ink cartridges to save time.