Common causes
- Browser extensions blocking the socket (ad blockers, privacy extensions, content blockers)
- A corporate firewall or VPN blocking WebSocket traffic
- A flaky network dropping the connection
- An outdated browser
Steps to fix
1
Refresh the page
Close any ongoing pairing and start over.
2
Disable extensions
Try in an incognito or private window where extensions are off by default.
3
Try a different browser
Switch from Chrome to Firefox (or vice versa) to rule out a browser-specific issue.
4
Check your network
If you are on corporate Wi-Fi or VPN, try a different network. WebSocket blocking is common in restrictive networks.
5
Update your browser
Older browsers may not support modern WebSocket features.
Tips
- The QR refreshes periodically. If yours expired, just wait for a new one to appear.
- If you see a disconnected indicator in the layout, fix that first - the QR will not load while the socket is down.