This problem occurs when the browser refuses to identify the link, resulting in an error. It could be a problem with the browser or the link itself. In this article, we have listed a few troubleshooting tips that you can try to fix the magnet links not working issue on your Chrome and Firefox browser.
When I click on a magnet link nothing happens?
Every browser has a built-in feature that allows users to download magnet links. In Chrome, it’s the Sites can ask to handle protocols feature, and if it’s disabled, you wouldn’t be able to use a magnet link. Also, in some cases, clicking on a certain part of the link may work, so you may just as well try it, and remember, it’s usually the last part. Besides, if no app has been configured for the magnet links, things won’t work, and you will have to modify the Registry. The problem may also lie with the magnet link or the client you are using for the download, for instance, uTorrent or BitTorrent.
Quick Tip:
Access magnet links from a reliable and up-to-date browser. We recommend trying Opera because it’s focused on privacy and security, all while being very fast and responsive. The browser lets you select where to download your files and gives you an overview of your recent download activity.
What can I do if magnet links aren’t working?
1. Edit Registry Editor
If the path does not match your torrent client installation directory, here is how to change it. SPONSORED If the uTorrent magnet link is not working, adding its path to the Registry might help.
2. Manually create a registry file
Note that you may have to repeat the steps every time Chrome installs a new update. Once done, check if you still can’t open magnet links. If that’s the case, head to the next method.
3. Check content settings
Once done, relaunch the browser for the changes to come into effect. If magnet links were not working in Vuze until now, things should now go through just fine.
How do I manually add a magnet link?
There are various ways to do that. You could paste the magnet link in a separate tab, hit Enter, and the download should start. Or, there’s a slightly complex method that has proven highly effective for most users. In this, you right-click on the page, select View page source, and then manually locate and add the magnet link for download. This method comes in handy on sites where you face download problems. Just try this, and you should be able to download through magnet links just fine. The magnet links not working in Windows 10/11 issue can occur due to several reasons. However, you should be able to fix it by following the steps listed in the article above. Also, find out what to do if Torrents are not downloading over a VPN. Let us know which method worked for you in the comments.
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