2024 » Fix IDM HTTP /1.1 403 Forbidden Error [Tested Method]

Many users are facing  The server replies that you don't have permission to download this file HTTP /1.1 403 Forbidden error with IDM [Internet Download Manager] when try to download YouTube video.

Not only IDM but all other youtube downloading sites and apps are giving error because on10 JULY 2024 YouTube has changed its video algorithm in some regions, causing download problems for some users.

So, to fix it a tried verious ways updating IDM trying dirrerent youtube video downloader websites and finally got the right way to fix the IDM HTTP /1.1 403 Forbidden issue.

How to Get Rid of HTTP /1.1 403 Forbidden IDM Error

To Fix IDM [Internet Download Manager] Error: HTTP/1.1 403 Forbidden, follow these steps:

Update IDM to the Latest Version

The first step is to ensure you have the latest version of IDM installed. Outdated versions may encounter issues with downloading certain files.

Check the IDM website or your current version and update to the latest release, which is version 6.42.14 as of July 2024.

Remove Old IDM Extension and Install the Latest

After updating IDM, you'll need to remove any existing IDM extensions or add-ons from your web browser and install the latest version manually.

For Chrome, you can find the official IDM extension on the Chrome Web Store. [Visit IDMExtension.com]

For other browsers like Firefox, you can download the latest extension from the IDM Extension website.

Try Downloading the File Again

Once you've updated IDM and installed the latest extension, try downloading the file again. The 403 Forbidden error should be resolved, allowing you to complete the download.

Feedback and Additional Troubleshooting

If the above steps do not resolve the 403 Forbidden error, there may be other factors at play. Some users have reported success after clearing their browser's cache and cookies.

Others have found that the issue is not with IDM, but rather a change made by YouTube that is blocking downloads from certain tools.

In those cases, the problem may be outside of IDM's control.

Please share your feedback on whether the provided steps worked for you or if you encountered any other issues. The community may be able to offer additional troubleshooting suggestions.