Python Not Found Error

Symptoms

• “Python not found” error on startup
• “Python runtime missing” message
• Backend fails to start
• Workflows won’t execute

Understanding the Issue

FeedFlux Desktop includes a bundled Python runtime. This error means the bundled Python wasn’t installed correctly or is missing.

1. Repair Installation

1. Go to Control Panel → Programs and Features
2. Find FeedFlux Desktop
3. Click Repair (or Uninstall/Reinstall)
4. Follow repair wizard

2. Reinstall FeedFlux

1. Uninstall FeedFlux Desktop completely
2. Delete leftover files:
   • C:\Program Files\FeedFlux\
   • %AppData%\FeedFlux\
   • %LocalAppData%\FeedFlux\
3. Download fresh installer from dashboard
4. Install as administrator

3. Check Installation Path

The Python runtime should be at:

C:\Program Files\FeedFlux\resources\python\

If this folder is empty or missing:

• Installation was incomplete
• Antivirus may have removed files
• Reinstall with antivirus temporarily disabled

4. Manual Python Check

Open Command Prompt and run:

"C:\Program Files\FeedFlux\resources\python\python.exe" --version

Should output something like: Python 3.11.x

If error, the Python installation is corrupted.

5. Antivirus Quarantine

Some antivirus software quarantines Python executables:

1. Check antivirus quarantine/history
2. Restore any FeedFlux-related files
3. Add FeedFlux folder to exceptions
4. Reinstall if files were deleted