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bad request (invalid hostname) keeps popping up?

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When trying to repost an expired ad on craigslist/seattle bad request invalid hostname comes up and I cannot repost for no-NO verification words comes up for me to finalize my expired posting


(flipped the case of the text to lowercase - c)

When trying to repost an expired ad on craigslist/seattle bad request invalid hostname comes up and I cannot repost for no-NO verification words comes up for me to finalize my expired posting ''(flipped the case of the text to lowercase - c)''

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This issue can be caused by corrupted cookies.

Clear the cache and the cookies from sites that cause problems.

"Clear the Cache":

  • Tools > Options > Advanced > Network > Offline Storage (Cache): "Clear Now"

"Remove Cookies" from sites causing problems:

  • Tools > Options > Privacy > Cookies: "Show Cookies"