Troubleshooting
Fix: WhatsApp Download Command Failed
How to fix "WhatsApp Download Command Failed". Step-by-step troubleshooting guide with solutions.
!download returns an error. See whatsapp-download-not-working for full causes; quick checklist here.
Confirm the symptoms
- "Failed to download" reply.
- Process times out.
30-second quick fix
- Try --audio first.
- Test with a different URL.
Root causes
1. Geo / DRM / outage
See related.
- See related.
Detailed resolution
- 1
See whatsapp-download-not-working
Expected result
Media downloads.
Frequently asked questions
Spotify links?
Public share-links yes; subscription-only tracks no (DRM).
Still stuck?
Open a support ticket from the dashboard and we will look at your session logs directly.
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