How to Fix Google Drive Not Downloading Files After Zipping

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Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Enable Third-Party Cookies

On your browser, you should enable third-party cookies which are meant to improve your browsing experience. Blocking them can sometimes cause issues like these. We are using Chrome browser as an example.

OpenSettings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data > Allow cookies.

Fix 2: Clear Browser Cache

You should also try manually clearing temporary files of your browser like the cache files if you are still facing the same issue. Once done, log in using your Google account.

On Chrome

Step 1:OpenChrome > Settings.

Step 2:UnderPrivacy and security, click onClear browsing data.

Step 3:Select the checkbox available next toCached images and files. Uncheck others. Finally, hit theClear databutton.

On Safari

OpenSafari > Settings > Privacy > Manage Website Data > Remove All.

Tip:You can learn more about how toclear Chrome cache for one website.

Fix 3: Prevent Cross Tracking in Safari

If you are using the Safari browser on your Mac, we suggest disabling cross website tracking feature. It was suggested byusers on Redditand it seemed to worked for them.

OpenSafari > Settings > Privacy > Disable cross-site tracking.

Fix 4: Reset Google Chrome Settings

Sometimes, the issue could be due to an extension or incorrect settings. So resetting Chrome will fix it.

OpenChrome > Settings > Reset > Restore settings to their original defaults > Reset settings.

Alternative: Use Google Drive Desktop App

You can install theGoogle Drive desktop appif nothing works out. The app installs on your desktop and lets you take control of your files.

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Last updated on 05 July, 2024

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