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Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:52:19 GMT

Hello, I also restored it to factory settings and following the following steps I was able to reconfigure it, I managed to broadcast from the mobile to the TV again, but the image from the mobile is only partially displayed, at least I was able to reconfigure it and now I just have to wait for the update.

If you have restored the factory settings, follow the steps below. If you have not restored it, skip this step and go directly to the process with the free code app.

First of all, you need to change the date on your mobile phone to a day before March 9, 2025. From here you can reconfigure the Chromecast.

Then follow the following steps to be able to broadcast again

Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Download and install an activity manager app, like the free and open-source Activity Manager app.
Launch the app and select Intent Launcher from the dropdown menu in the upper right corner.
Tap the edit icon next to the Action field and type/paste this: com.google.android.gms.cast.settings.CastSettingsCollapsingDebugAction
- On Android 11 and below, type/paste this instead: com.google.android.gms.cast.settings.CastSettingsDebugAction
Leave the other fields blank, and tap the checkmark button in the lower right corner.
In the Cast Debug settings panel that pops up, scroll down to Connection and enable Bypass Device Auth.

IMAGES OF THE PROCES

This workaround forces open the Cast Debug settings page and lets you enable the Bypass Device Auth option (i.e., it allows you to turn off device authentication), partially fixing the issue. You should now be able to cast from apps, and the Google Home app should also partially work.

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Novyz — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:31:28 GMT

Thank you I'll try when I get home

Edit: It worked for my Chromecast 2nd gen

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:54:23 GMT

It works, I need to test if the transmission works correctly from an app like Netflix, with Google Home it doesn't quite transmit well, the sound does transmit.

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Rymiss — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:53:51 GMT

Hi,

I have installed the Activity manager but I don't see the Intent Launcher

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:16:35 GMT

I eddit the post whit images of the process 😉

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Rymiss — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:22:10 GMT

Thank you! It worked!

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Fozzie57 — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:28:42 GMT

Went through this process yesterday. Yes it has worked! My Google home still says chromecast is missing! Click on it and it's not missing.... I'm guessing it Google fixes the issues... The next thing is delete start again obviously without a factory reset and re- install? As this is temporary fix or just leave it as it is?

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:34:01 GMT

I hope it's temporary, it's a band-aid so I can use it while Mr. Google doesn't fix his big mess. Once it's fixed, I recommend reactivating the last option in the process.

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Fozzie57 — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:40:51 GMT

Ok thanks, good advice! So just unclick the bypass auth button, makes sense! Thanks for the heads up... I've tried Netflix, works, other sites, all work my end! Not tried Spotify as not subscribed! Dunno if it's my imagination, seems to actually more stable connections 😂👌

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:44:46 GMT

to see if Google will hire me

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

ClaudiaG008866 — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:29:31 GMT

Hi, can you help me with the steps? I mention that I went back to factory settings

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:34:52 GMT

If you've factory reset it, first set the date on your phone before March 9, 2025, so you can connect it to Wi-Fi from Google Home. Then, follow the steps in the images. If you haven't factory reset it, simply follow the steps in the images and download the free code app.

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Fozzie57 — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:35:29 GMT

You maybe better asking Cookiehappycat through that process than me! Look above it's all in detail?

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Sonibé2025 — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:40:56 GMT

Thank you for your explanations. On my cell phone, it says that the file might me dangerous, and asks if we want to download it anyway. I'm a little worried about downloading "F-DROID". Is it really secure for my device? Thank you.

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:02:05 GMT

The correct app is Activity Manager.

I update the correct link in the post, the direct link to apk. don't worry, it's not dangerous

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:26:00 GMT

Great!

Like the post please, the users deserve a solution

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Anne-Catherine — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:35:24 GMT

Does it also work with an Ipad ?

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

CookieHappyCat — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:56:45 GMT

Sorry, this app and the method only works in android

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

Anne-Catherine — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:57:22 GMT

Ok thanks…

Re: Fix Chromecast authentication issues - Fix casting from Android (GUI method)

AdrianBv — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:13:35 GMT

https://galaxystore.samsung.com/detail/com.activitymanager?session_id=W_563a0e9a30894ea7ef4e28d775d8f1d8