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FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-07-13T16:45:17Z

Angry Panda: /* Outdated software */ Removed iOS 15.x per Discord #support comment of Jul 13 2026: "Turns out iOS 15.8 is missing a security feature (proper CSP handling of script-src-elem, for the curious)"

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.}}

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''}}

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries/ISPs are known to have blocks in place:
*Telkom Indonesia (IndiHome, Telkomsel, etc.)
*Italy
*Russia
*Verizon (may not be effective due to MangaDex workaround)

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue.

Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks.
{{Note|type=warn|'''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from disabling or otherwise intentionally circumventing security measures.'''}}
If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

=== Outdated software ===
Because of the requirements of the code on MangaDex, older versions of many browsers may display a "400: Unsupported Browser" error. The following are the oldest verified supported versions (as of July 2026):

*Brave 1.3
*Chrome 70
*Edge 104
*Firefox 80
*Opera 67
*Tor 12
*Vivaldi 2.11

iOS must be at least version 16.4 or 17.2. Because versions of iOS prior to 18.2 use Safari as the engine for every browser and simply reskin, attempting to use a different browser on outdated iOS versions will not have an effect.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release. See the 'Outdated software' section above for verified minimum versions of common browsers.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-07-04T23:49:42Z

Angry Panda: /* Browser issues */

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.}}

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''}}

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries/ISPs are known to have blocks in place:
*Telkom Indonesia (IndiHome, Telkomsel, etc.)
*Italy
*Russia
*Verizon (may not be effective due to MangaDex workaround)

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue.

Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks.
{{Note|type=warn|'''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from disabling or otherwise intentionally circumventing security measures.'''}}
If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

=== Outdated software ===
Because of the requirements of the code on MangaDex, older versions of many browsers may display a "400: Unsupported Browser" error. The following are the oldest verified supported versions (as of June 2026):

*Brave 1.3
*Chrome 70
*Edge 104
*Firefox 80
*Opera 67
*Tor 12
*Vivaldi 2.11

iOS must be at least version 15.8, 16.4, or 17.2. Because versions of iOS prior to 18.2 use Safari as the engine for every browser and simply reskin, attempting to use a different browser on outdated iOS versions will not have an effect.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release. See the 'Outdated software' section above for verified minimum versions of common browsers.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-07-04T23:43:57Z

Angry Panda: /* Outdated software */

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.}}

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''}}

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries/ISPs are known to have blocks in place:
*Telkom Indonesia (IndiHome, Telkomsel, etc.)
*Italy
*Russia
*Verizon (may not be effective due to MangaDex workaround)

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue.

Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks.
{{Note|type=warn|'''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from disabling or otherwise intentionally circumventing security measures.'''}}
If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

=== Outdated software ===
Because of the requirements of the code on MangaDex, older versions of many browsers may display a "400: Unsupported Browser" error. The following are the oldest verified supported versions (as of June 2026):

*Brave 1.3
*Chrome 70
*Edge 104
*Firefox 80
*Opera 67
*Tor 12
*Vivaldi 2.11

iOS must be at least version 15.8, 16.4, or 17.2. Because versions of iOS prior to 18.2 use Safari as the engine for every browser and simply reskin, attempting to use a different browser on outdated iOS versions will not have an effect.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-07-04T23:42:59Z

Angry Panda: Added 'outdated software' section, based on information from #support on the Discord

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.}}

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''}}

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries/ISPs are known to have blocks in place:
*Telkom Indonesia (IndiHome, Telkomsel, etc.)
*Italy
*Russia
*Verizon (may not be effective due to MangaDex workaround)

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue.

Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks.
{{Note|type=warn|'''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from disabling or otherwise intentionally circumventing security measures.'''}}
If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

=== Outdated software ===
Because of the requirements of the code on MangaDex, older versions of many browsers may display a "400: Unsupported Browser" error. The following are the oldest verified supported versions (as of June 2026):

*Brave 1.3
*Chrome 70
*Edge 104
*Firefox 80
*Opera 67
*Tor 12
*Vivaldi 2.11

iOS must be at least version 15.8, 16.4, or 17.2. Because versions of iOS prior to 18.2 use Safari as the engine for every browser and simply reskin, attempting to use a different browser on these versions will not have an effect.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

Talk:Content:Report/Comments Reporting

2026-05-30T15:38:46Z

Angry Panda: /* Description wording */ new section

== Description wording ==

How about something like:

Harassment:

Bullying, threatening, and/or stalking other users is prohibited. This prohibition extends to 'calling out' a user's opinion from one thread in other unrelated threads or on the user's profile, abuse of direct messages, and abuse of negative reactions against a user on unrelated posts ('strike-fests'). Disagreement with another user should be expressed in ways that do not rely on any of these behaviors. [For content which targets a group rather than a specific site user or users, use the 'Inappropriate content' category instead.]

Inappropriate:

Posts made on MangaDex should be appropriate for an audience of 13+[rules footnote]. Links to external content must also meet this requirement. A limited exception is made in chapter/title threads for titles classified as Erotica or Mature for discussion and content related to the chapter/title.

Additionally, content (or links to external content) which is illegal, discriminatory or inflammatory toward a group, or otherwise contrary to the rules and terms of MangaDex is prohibited. [For content targeting a specific user or users of the site, use the 'Harassment' category instead.]

Spam:

Off-topic comments in threads for specific topics (including chapter/title threads) are discouraged, and repeatedly engaging in this behavior is grounds for a ban. Commercial promotion is prohibited, though links to or discussions of outside sites or products/services are allowed if reasonably related to the topic. Unsolicited direct messages may also fall into this category if not covered by either of the others. [[User:Angry Panda|Angry Panda]] ([[User talk:Angry Panda|talk]]) 15:38, 30 May 2026 (UTC)

Talk:Content:Report/User Reporting

2026-05-30T14:30:39Z

Angry Panda: /* Description wording */ new section

== Description wording ==

How about something like:

Offensive:

Slurs or derogatory terms and explicit images are prohibited, regardless of use of alternate typography, phonetic equivalences, etc. May require subjective decisions on the part of the staff; these decisions are final.

Spambot:

Use of MangaDex socials for the express promotion of goods, services, or websites is forbidden. Individuals and groups may mention and link to outside products or websites in normal conversation subject to MangaDex rules and terms, but staff have the right to remove links/posts and/or ban accounts if they believe their purpose is primarily commercial.

Other:

For cases not covered by the other options, cite the specific rule being broken in the report. Do not use this frivolously - abuse may result in reporting privileges being revoked. [[User:Angry Panda|Angry Panda]] ([[User talk:Angry Panda|talk]]) 14:30, 30 May 2026 (UTC)

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-05-15T01:54:13Z

Angry Panda: Note reformat

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.}}

{{Note|type=warn|Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''}}

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries/ISPs are known to have blocks in place:
*Telkom Indonesia (IndiHome, Telkomsel, etc.)
*Italy
*Russia
*Verizon (may not be effective due to MangaDex workaround)

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue.

Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks.
{{Note|type=warn|'''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from disabling or otherwise intentionally circumventing security measures.'''}}
If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:Ban

2026-05-15T01:44:22Z

Angry Panda: Adjusted language mentioning and links to terms/guidelines

For various reasons, users may be banned from part or all of [https://mangadex.org/ MangaDex]. This entry is intended to provide information about the types of bans, and to help banned users identify which type of ban they have received and how to proceed. For information about situations other than bans which affect the ability of a user to access the website, please refer to the [[FAQ:MangaDex Website|MangaDex Website Troubleshooting]] entry.

== MangaDex shows "403: Temporarily Banned" ==
This is an automated ban, triggered by our servers receiving what they consider an excessive quantity of requests from your IP address. Note this is cumulative over all activity from your IP address, so multiple users on a single shared address (such as a communal living arrangement, a public wi-fi network, or a VPN endpoint) will all contribute to the measured traffic from that address. This ban will reset itself and begin to allow traffic again once 15 minutes have passed with no activity from the address. If possible, we recommend closing all tabs/windows you have open to MangaDex and waiting 15 minutes before returning to the site.

Some actions on the site may generate multiple requests, such as opening a chapter, which sends a set of requests to fetch multiple pages of content in order to provide a smoother reading experience. Opening many chapters simultaneously is a common cause of this ban. Your specific browser/plugins may also automatically trigger refresh requests for multiple MangaDex tabs at once. '''If you are seeing this ban frequently''', we recommend closing unused tabs and checking your browser/plugin configurations for anything that may be causing unrequested or unintended refreshes.

== Upload page shows "Unable to begin upload" or similar error ==
This is a moderator-applied ban specifically preventing the user from being able to upload chapters, and is given due to prior behavior which violated the [https://mangadex.org/compliance/terms terms] and [https://mangadex.org/guidelines guidelines] for site content. For information on the specific reason for the ban and to determine the possibility of the ban being lifted, FIRST review the rules and guidelines and attempt to determine what action(s) would have led to the ban. Then ask for assistance in the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your MangaDex username, state that you have received an upload ban, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours.<ref name=":0">Under some circumstances, responses may take longer than expected. Be aware that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers. Abusive behavior toward the staff will generally result in your request being ignored and may result in you being banned from the Discord.</ref>

== MangaDex mainsite profile contains the role "Banned" ==
This is a moderator-applied ban preventing a user account from accessing [https://mangadex.org/ the main MangaDex site], and is given due to repeatedly and/or flagrantly disregarding the [https://mangadex.org/compliance/terms terms] and [https://mangadex.org/guidelines guidelines] for site conduct and behavior. For information on the specific reason for the ban and to determine the possibility of the ban being lifted, FIRST review the rules and guidelines and attempt to determine what behavior(s) would have led to the ban. Then ask for assistance in the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your MangaDex username, state that you have received a mainsite ban, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours. You will be expected to explain your behavior.<ref name=":0" />

== [https://forums.mangadex.org/ Forum] shows "Oops! We ran into some problems" or similar error ==

=== Spam ===
If the message you see says "Spam", you have likely been caught in the automated spam filter. Message the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your username and that you have been banned from the forums for spam, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours.<ref name=":0" />

=== Other forum bans ===
Other messages are moderator-applied bans for repeatedly and/or flagrantly disregarding the [https://forums.mangadex.org/help/terms/ terms and rules] for site and forum conduct and behavior. Some bans are for a definite length of time, and will list the time at which the ban will be lifted. Others are indefinite/permanent. If you wish to contest your ban, FIRST review the rules and guidelines and attempt to determine what behavior(s) would have led to the ban. Then ask for assistance in the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your MangaDex username, state that you have received a forum ban, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours. You will be expected to explain your behavior.<ref name=":0" />

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-05-14T19:41:01Z

Angry Panda: /* MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you */ Added list of countries/ISPs

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

<blockquote>

Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.

Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''

</blockquote>

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries/ISPs are known to have blocks in place:
*Italy
*Russia
*Verizon (may not be effective due to MangaDex workaround)
*Telkom Indonesia (IndiHome, Telkomsel, etc.)

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue. Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks; '''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from this course of action.''' If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-05-14T19:15:00Z

Angry Panda: Formatting corrections

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

<blockquote>

Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.

Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''

</blockquote>

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries are known to have blocks in place:

[list of countries]

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

# Opening the command line
# Running <code>nslookup mangadex.org</code> to query the IP address your DNS is returning
# Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior.

If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <code><nowiki>https://mangadex.org</nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki></code> to that list should resolve the issue. Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks; '''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from this course of action.''' If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

# A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop
# The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:MangaDex Website

2026-05-14T19:08:48Z

Angry Panda: Page created based loosely on !diagnostic from #support

There are multiple reasons that [https://mangadex.org MangaDex] may be inaccessible. This entry is intended to provide information about common causes, including how to identify and potentially correct some of the more common ones.

Because of the wide variety of operating systems, browsers, plugins/extensions, internet service providers (ISPs), and other factors, it is impossible for us to provide information about every possible cause for MangaDex being inaccessible. In some cases, it may be possible to receive help in the #support channel of the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord], but bear in mind that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers and not every issue can be resolved successfully. Please be patient.

<nowiki><blockquote></nowiki>

Some of the suggestions for solutions presented here require making changes to your software or operating system that can potentially cause serious errors if not done correctly. '''If you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with what is being suggested, STOP.''' MangaDex is not responsible for damage to or loss of use of your equipment resulting from taking actions suggested below.

Some of the suggestions given below may not be legal in your jurisdiction, or may violate your agreement with your ISP. '''MangaDex assumes no liability for your taking such actions, or for any criminal or civil punishments, claims of breach of contract, loss/termination of service, or other penalties/damages, which may result from your taking such actions, when those actions violate laws in your jurisdiction or terms of your agreement with your ISP.'''

<nowiki></blockquote></nowiki>

== Is MangaDex Down? ==
To determine if MangaDex itself is down, visit https://status.mangadex.org/ . The MangaDex Announcements Discord server is available at https://discord.gg/vkW47gN5TY .

== MangaDex is up but inaccessible to you ==
If the error you receive is along the lines of "The domain mangadex.org cannot be found/is unreachable", "The connection/request to mangadex.org has been refused/timed out", or something similar that suggests your network believes the site does not exist or cannot be reached, a likely cause is that some part of the network between you and MangaDex is blocking your access. This is further suggested if multiple devices on your network see similar errors of this sort.

The following countries are known to have blocks in place:

[list of countries]

=== DNS blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected via a domain name server (DNS) intentionally returning a bad IP address or no IP address. On Windows systems, this can be checked by:

<nowiki>#</nowiki> Opening the command line

<nowiki>#</nowiki> Running <nowiki><code>nslookup mangadex.org</code></nowiki> to query the IP address your DNS is returning

<nowiki>#</nowiki> Comparing the result with the IP address given at https://dns.google/query?name=mangadex.org

If the results don't match, changing your DNS to use Google (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1/1.0.0.1) should resolve this issue.

=== IP/domain blocks ===
In some cases, this block is effected by preventing all traffic bound for MangaDex from being passed along to its destination. In these cases, the simplest effective workaround is use of a virtual private network (VPN). Two free options recommended by MangaDex are [https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/team-and-resources/devices/cloudflare-one-client/download/ Cloudflare One] and [https://protonvpn.com/ ProtonVPN].

=== Security blocks ===
In some cases, security/antivirus software on your device or local router may be flagging MangaDex as a dangerous site and intentionally preventing access. This particular type of error may be indicated by a "Certificate/Security Error" or similar message, indicating MangaDex is 'unsafe'. McAfee Antivirus, and some models of TrendMicro and ASUS routers, are known to exhibit this behavior. If you have the ability to whitelist sites, adding <nowiki><code>https://mangadex.org</nowiki><nowiki></code></nowiki> and <nowiki><code>https://*.mangadex.org</nowiki><nowiki></code></nowiki> to that list should resolve the issue. Disabling the offending security measures is a more extreme option, and should be done only if you understand the associated risks; '''MangaDex assumes no liability for negative consequences (virus/malware infections, loss of data, etc.) resulting from this course of action.''' If you don't have necessary system permissions to make these changes, you will need to use another device/network in order to access MangaDex.

== MangaDex is nominally accessible but behaving badly ==

=== Connection issues ===
If some pages (particularly chapter page images) refuse to load, resulting in a spinner persisting indefinitely in the middle of the page or a repeated 'failed to load image' message, first confirm the quality of your connection. A connection suffering from frequent dropouts or interruptions can cause these failures. Running an internet speed test can help identify these issues. Resolving them is beyond the ability of MangaDex support - that will need to be done from your end and may require contacting your ISP.

=== Browser issues ===
If your connection is good, the problem may be your browser. MangaDex is intended to be accessible on as many browsers as possible, but some older versions of browsers may lack certain functionality that MangaDex uses. If possible, make sure your browser has been updated to the latest stable release.

If another browser on your device is able to resolve the problematic page(s), or if the page(s) load in an incognito/private window, try clearing your cache for mangadex.org and refresh the page(s).

If clearing your cache fails to work, disable your extensions/plugins, restart your browser, and try again. If that works, re-enable your extensions/plugins one by one and refresh after each one to try and identify which is causing the problem.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] and ask for assistance with a browser issue. Please have the following information available:

<nowiki>#</nowiki> A screenshot of your browser's console (F12 -> Console) if on desktop

<nowiki>#</nowiki> The link provided by https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/ when visited from the affected browser

As noted above, the MangaDex staff is mostly volunteers, and it can take 24 hours to receive a response. Please be patient.

FAQ:Ban

2026-05-14T02:11:18Z

Angry Panda: Created page, based loosely on !banned auto-response from #support

For various reasons, users may be banned from part or all of [https://mangadex.org/ MangaDex]. This entry is intended to provide information about the types of bans, and to help banned users identify which type of ban they have received and how to proceed. For information about situations other than bans which affect the ability of a user to access the website, please refer to the [[FAQ:MangaDex Website|MangaDex Website Troubleshooting]] entry.

== MangaDex shows "403: Temporarily Banned" ==
This is an automated ban, triggered by our servers receiving what they consider an excessive quantity of requests from your IP address. Note this is cumulative over all activity from your IP address, so multiple users on a single shared address (such as a communal living arrangement, a public wi-fi network, or a VPN endpoint) will all contribute to the measured traffic from that address. This ban will reset itself and begin to allow traffic again once 15 minutes have passed with no activity from the address. If possible, we recommend closing all tabs/windows you have open to MangaDex and waiting 15 minutes before returning to the site.

Some actions on the site may generate multiple requests, such as opening a chapter, which sends a set of requests to fetch multiple pages of content in order to provide a smoother reading experience. Opening many chapters simultaneously is a common cause of this ban. Your specific browser/plugins may also automatically trigger refresh requests for multiple MangaDex tabs at once. '''If you are seeing this ban frequently''', we recommend closing unused tabs and checking your browser/plugin configurations for anything that may be causing unrequested or unintended refreshes.

== Upload page shows "Unable to begin upload" or similar error ==
This is a moderator-applied ban specifically preventing the user from being able to upload chapters, and is given due to prior behavior which violated the [[Content:Chapter|rules and guidelines]] for site content. For information on the specific reason for the ban and to determine the possibility of the ban being lifted, FIRST review the rules and guidelines and attempt to determine what action(s) would have led to the ban. Then ask for assistance in the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your MangaDex username, state that you have received an upload ban, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours.<ref name=":0">Under some circumstances, responses may take longer than expected. Be aware that most of the MangaDex staff are volunteers. Abusive behavior toward the staff will generally result in your request being ignored and may result in you being banned from the Discord.</ref>

== MangaDex mainsite profile contains the role "Banned" ==
This is a moderator-applied ban preventing a user account from accessing [https://mangadex.org/ the main MangaDex site], and is given due to repeatedly and/or flagrantly disregarding the [https://mangadex.org/guidelines rules and guidelines] for site conduct and behavior. For information on the specific reason for the ban and to determine the possibility of the ban being lifted, FIRST review the rules and guidelines and attempt to determine what behavior(s) would have led to the ban. Then ask for assistance in the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your MangaDex username, state that you have received a mainsite ban, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours. You will be expected to explain your behavior.<ref name=":0" />

== [https://forums.mangadex.org/ Forum] shows "Oops! We ran into some problems" or similar error ==

=== Spam ===
If the message you see says "Spam", you have likely been caught in the automated spam filter. Message the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your username and that you have been banned from the forums for spam, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours.<ref name=":0" />

=== Other forum bans ===
Other messages are moderator-applied bans for repeatedly and/or flagrantly disregarding the [https://forums.mangadex.org/help/terms/ rules and guidelines] for site and forum conduct and behavior. Some bans are for a definite length of time, and will list the time at which the ban will be lifted. Others are indefinite/permanent. If you wish to contest your ban, FIRST review the rules and guidelines and attempt to determine what behavior(s) would have led to the ban. Then ask for assistance in the #support channel on the [https://discord.gg/mangadex MangaDex Discord] - provide your MangaDex username, state that you have received a forum ban, and be patient. You should receive a response within 24 hours. You will be expected to explain your behavior.<ref name=":0" />