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Firefox plugin checker not working - just a spinning circle says checking but never finishes

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philbjr
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Max OS.

Tools>Plugins>Check Update

The plugin checker is not working - just get a spinning circle that says it's checking but never finishes, here:

Plugin Status 

   Step 1: Click Update to update a plugin.
   Step 2: Complete all recommended updates before restarting your browser.

Checking with Mozilla on the status of your plugins Loading Data ø

Max OS. Tools>Plugins>Check Update The plugin checker is not working - just get a spinning circle that says it's checking but never finishes, here: Plugin Status Step 1: Click Update to update a plugin. Step 2: Complete all recommended updates before restarting your browser. Checking with Mozilla on the status of your plugins Loading Data ø

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hi philbjr, this is a server-side issue at the moment unfortunately. mozilla webops are looking into the matter as we speak...

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philipp
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Suluhisho teule

hi philbjr, this is a server-side issue at the moment unfortunately. mozilla webops are looking into the matter as we speak...

philipp
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it should be working again now if you force refresh the plugincheck-site...