Server Version#: 1.42.2 Hi Starting today, i get the message that i need watch pass to watch things on my own library. Within my own network. my qnap is right in front of me. As far as i understood, watch pass is only necessary when a) i am connecting remotly to my own server from a distant netw…

Thx for your help. I tried severall things and found something: It works on my TV It works on my PC with the plex app It does not work on my PC with any browser (IE, Chrome, Firefox) So there is something telling all browser that my local access is remote. But i have no further idea what i can d…

[image] schizzo1985: I did not change any browser setting for weeks A new setting in all major browsers. #7 in my linked list. Also check #11

I have done all that. Network is privat, local network access for browser is allowed. Even added plex as exception with full access. No changes at all. Thats my issue, i looked at all the points on your list, but did not find a solution.

Cannot access my own library within my own network - Plex Remote Watch Pass necessary?

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OttoKerner February 12, 2026, 2:25pm 2

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Cannot access my own library within my own network - Plex Remote Watch Pass necessary?

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