How to Enable 32-bit Application Pool in IIS (All Versions)?

🔧 How to Enable 32-bit Application Pool in IIS (All Versions)

Running a 32-bit web application on a 64-bit version of Windows Server? No problem! Internet Information Services (IIS) allows you to enable 32-bit support on an application pool. Follow these quick steps to get your 32-bit app up and running:

📝 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Open IIS Manager

   • Press the Windows Start button.

   • Type inetmgr in the search box and hit Enter.

2. Access Application Pools

   • In the Connections pane on the left, expand the server node (your machine name).

   • Click on Application Pools.

3. Select Your Application Pool

   • Right-click the application pool you want to modify.

   • Choose Advanced Settings...

4. Enable 32-bit Applications

   • In the Advanced Settings window, find the option:
     Enable 32-Bit Applications

   • Set this to True.

5. Apply and Close

   • Click OK to apply the changes.

✅ That’s it! Your IIS application pool is now configured to run 32-bit applications on a 64-bit system.