'Are you Human' security check, things to know or try if you are experiencing issues.

'Are you Human' security check, things to know or try if you are experiencing issues.

If you are frequently seeing a Cloudflare "Verify you are human" message (often referred to as a JS challenge or Turnstile), it means Cloudflare's security system has flagged your connection as potentially suspicious. This is usually to protect websites from bot traffic, but it can affect legitimate users.

Here are the best ways to resolve this:


  1. Quick Fixes (Try these first)

    1. Refresh the page: Sometimes a simple reload works.

    2. Use Incognito/Private Mode: Open the website in an incognito or guest window to check if browser extensions are causing the issue.

    3. Switch Browser: Try a different browser (e.g., switch from Chrome to Firefox or Edge).

    4. Clear Browser Data: Clear your browser cache and cookies for that specific site.

  2. Browser & Network Troubleshooting

    1. Disable VPNs or Proxies: VPNs often use shared IP addresses that have been flagged for bot-like activity. Turning off your VPN or proxy frequently solves this.

    2. Disable Browser Extensions: Privacy or security extensions (like Ruffle, User-Agent Switchers, or ad blockers) can interfere with the verification script.

    3. Enable JavaScript and Cookies: Ensure your browser is not blocking JavaScript or third-party cookies, as the verification requires these to function.

    4. Update Browser: Ensure your browser is updated to the latest version.

  3. Advanced Solutions

    1. Check System Time: Ensure your computer's date and time are accurate.

    2. Run a Malware Scan: In some cases, a malware infection on your machine can cause unusual, bot-like behavior.

    3. Try a Different Network: If you are on public Wi-Fi, try switching to mobile data to rule out an issue with your network provider's IP address reputation.


If you are still experiencing issues, please contact the help desk, we are here to help.
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