In this guide, we will be showing you what to do when you face Error Code 102630.
Workaround: Relaunch your browser
Regardless of the issue not being caused mainly by the browser, it is still a workaround to restart your Browser when faced with such an error. A proper relaunch will start the browser will all the required cookies. This can help you access the video you want to play on the browser.
1. Use an alternate browser
One of the easiest things you can do when facing this error is by using an alternate browser to display the video file at fault. In most cases, it is the browser causing the issue. Therefore, trying an alternate option will help.
2. Restart your internet connection
When playing local videos online, a weak internet connection will become the reason for a slow display. Having an unstable connection will lead to such errors that prevent you from playing video files online. Therefore, check your internet connection first before doing the other method. Below we have given instructions for restarting your Internet connection:
Disable Wi-Fi connection
Disable ethernet connection
If you are using a computer with an Ethernet Connection, you must unplug your Ethernet cable to disable the internet connection.
3. Update your browser
An outdated browser also causes an error when playing a local video file. Therefore, you must check for available updates and keep your browser up to date at all times. Your browser can be updated with the instructions listed below:
4. Disable hardware acceleration
Hardware Acceleration is a built-in feature in your Browsers that helps utilize your GPU. However, this feature negatively impacts the browser by preventing it from displaying properly. Therefore you must disable this feature and keep your browser in the proper display. You can disable the Hardware Acceleration feature with the instructions below:
5. Remove third-party VPN extensions
Having a third-party VPN extension on your browser will also negatively impact the browser. Since certain areas do not allow a local video to be played. Therefore, using a VPN extension will prevent the video file from opening. Therefore, you must remove the third-party VPN extensions added to your browser. You can do that with the instructions given below;
6. Delete corrupted cache and cookies
The browser cache saves temporary data. When this data gets corrupted, it will cause issues with your browser. Therefore, you must also delete your browser cache and cookies when facing this error. Below we have given the steps to delete the corrupted cache and cookies on your browser:
