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I cannot access Yahoo Mail, gives an error "Bad Request" in the tab? What does this mean and how can I access my mail?

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I downloaded the latest version of Firefox 8.0.1. I have an Intel imac with os 10.6.8. I can log onto the Yahoo website, but not my e-mail, it works fine in Safari but not with FF? I get a message in the tab that reads"Bad Request", never seen this before, has anyone else?

I downloaded the latest version of Firefox 8.0.1. I have an Intel imac with os 10.6.8. I can log onto the Yahoo website, but not my e-mail, it works fine in Safari but not with FF? I get a message in the tab that reads"Bad Request", never seen this before, has anyone else?

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That issue can be caused by corrupted cookies.


Clear the cache and the cookies from sites that cause problems.

"Clear the Cache":

  • Firefox > Preferences > Advanced > Network > Offline Storage (Cache): "Clear Now"

"Remove Cookies" from sites causing problems:

  • Firefox > Preferences > Privacy > Cookies: "Show Cookies"