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[BUG] Unable to Download YouTube Playlists "Some Error Has Occurred. Check your network and use Correct URL" #398

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  1. Try to download a YouTube playlist from either Vivaldi or Waterfox whilst signed in to YouTube.

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  • Operating system: MacOS 26.2
  • App version: 3.20.2 (3.20.2)
  • Package version (flatpak/snap/other): MacOS download with GUI
  • YTDownloader will download individual videos just fine, but errors out on full playlists, no matter what playlist I try.
  • I have tried installing a compatible Javascript runtime and challenge solver script but no change.
  • It worked fine in January 2026 but no longer.

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