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Troubleshoot common errors quickly and understand how to get successful format fetch and download runs.
Common errors and fixes
If metadata fetch fails, recheck the URL format and ensure it is a supported YouTube link.
- Invalid URL: use a standard watch, shorts, or youtu.be link
- Format unavailable: select another listed format
- File expired: re-run download to generate a new link
- Rate limit reached: wait for cooldown and retry
Download reliability tips
Use stable network conditions for larger files and avoid repeatedly opening multiple large jobs at once.
If a job fails, use Retry in the job status panel or choose a more compatible format.
Frequently asked questions
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