YouTube player displays 'An error occurred. Please try again later. Playback ID'

What causes the 'An error occured' error in YouTube player?

There are a few possible causes:

  • Internet connectivity issues;
  • Browser files that are corrupted;
  • DNS data caching;
  • Automatic DNS issues.

How to fix 'An error occured' error in YouTube player?

Based on the cause, you may need to:

  • Restart your network device (e.g., router);
  • Clear browser cache;
  • Disable browser extensions;
  • Flush DNS cache;
  • Switch to Google DNS;
  • Reinstall internet browser;
  • Use a different browser or device;
  • Contact your internet service provider (ISP).

For additional information, please refer to the official troubleshooting article by Google.

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