[LBC] LBC website is blocking my home computer. Apparently it thinks I am a "robot"

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RICHARD KIRBY
3 months ago In LBC
LBC website is blocking my home computer. Apparently it thinks I am a "robot"

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3 months ago

Hello! I understand that the LBC website and app are blocking your home computer by flagging it as a "robot" due to CAPTCHA issues. Let's get to the bottom of this together.

To start, could you tell me a bit more about what you've experienced? For example:
- Are you seeing a CAPTCHA challenge that never completes or doesn’t appear at all?
- Are you using any VPNs, proxies, or private browsers?
- Have you noticed this happening only with LBC or with other sites as well?

Meanwhile, here are some straightforward steps to try first:

1. Clear your browser cache and cookies: Sometimes old data interferes with CAPTCHA functioning.
- In your WebKit browser on Windows 10, go to settings > privacy > clear browsing data, and select cache and cookies.

2. Disable VPN, Proxy, or any browser extensions: VPNs, proxies, or certain ad-blockers can make your traffic look suspicious. Temporarily disable these and check if you can pass the CAPTCHA.

3. Ensure your browser and Windows OS are updated: Outdated software can cause compatibility issues with CAPTCHA.

4. Check your network connection: Sometimes public IPs or shared addresses look suspicious. Restart your home router/modem to refresh your IP address.

5. Try a different browser or device: This helps isolate if the issue is specific to your setup.

If after trying these the issue remains, there may be a deeper block such as your IP being flagged by LBC’s security system or Cloudflare (which often handles CAPTCHA on websites). In that case, we can explore further steps like:

- Running malware/virus scans to ensure your PC isn’t compromised.
- Contacting LBC support to whitelist your IP if it’s mistakenly blocked.
- Checking advanced browser network settings or temporary IP changes.

Let me know what you have tried already, and how the experience looks on your end. We’ll take it step-by-step from there! Are you able to try the first few steps now?

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