Startup ErrorsDolphin{anty}
If you see a purple screen when launching the app,
let's figure out what’s causing it and how to fix it.
Possible Errors
Error while choosing host to download local-api
Error while choosing interface host
Defining interface host
Local API Error: EBUSY: resource busy or locked
Error: Failed to get 'downloads' path
Possible Causes
— Unstable internet connection
— Your ISP is blocking the download source
— A VPN or similar software is enabled (which can interfere with connections)
— Your antivirus is blocking file downloads without notifying you
or mistakenly flagging files as threats
— File access is restricted, or another process is using the files
How to Fix Network Connection Errors
Applies to:
Error while choosing host to download local-api
Error while choosing interface host
Defining interface host
Option 1: Use a VPN
1. Close Dolphin{anty}
2. Install a VPN
3. Launch and enable VPN
4. Open Dolphin{anty} and check the connection
Option 2: Switch Networks
1. Try connecting to a different Wi-Fi network (ideally from another ISP)
2. OR use mobile data with a hotspot
3. Restart Dolphin{anty} and check the connection
How to Fix Local Access Errors
Applies to:
Local API Error: EBUSY: resource busy or locked
Error: Failed to get 'downloads' path
Local API Error: EBUSY: resource busy or locked
1. Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Alt+Delete)
2. End all dolphin_anty.exe processes
3. Restart Dolphin{anty}
4. If the issue persists, restart your computer
Error: Failed to get 'downloads' path
1. Restart your PC
2. If the issue persists, reinstall the program by downloading
the latest version from the official website
If the problem persists, contact support via the app,
website, or Telegram: @dolphinsupport_bot
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