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Factory reset Chromecast - Parent permission

music4mybumhole
Community Member

I have switched ISP and need to set my Chromecasts up again. 

Unfortunately when I try to connect to the WiFi, I get the 'could not communicate with your Chromecast' error.

I am trying to factory reset it, however I then get a 'Parent permission needed' message.

I don't and have never used any parental controls.

Can anyone help get around either issue?

Thanks 

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David_K
Diamond Product Expert
Diamond Product Expert

First time I'm hearing about this kind of error message. Do you have a photo perhaps?

In any case, follow the steps in the help article below that shows how to find the reset button on every model of Chromecast. It's always on the edge of the Chromecast itself, near to the power input. Once you've found the reset button, follow the steps in the next help article to factory reset your Chromecast.

 

JenniferV
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hi folks,

 

@David_K, thanks for the help. I appreciate it!

 

@music4mybumhole, how's it going with your Chromecast? Still need our help?

 

Thanks,

Jennifer

music4mybumhole
Community Member

Thanks, yes all sorted.  I had forgot about the physical reset button.  That worked.

Cheers

Hi music4mybumhole,

 

Awesome — happy to hear that this has been sorted out. 

 

Since the issue is now resolved, I'll lock this thread. Feel free to create a new one should you have some more questions or concerns in the near future and we'll be more than glad to help.

 

Best,

Jennifer