codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Codex cannot connect

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Error Message

unexpected status 403 Forbidden: Unknown error, url: https://chatgpt.com/backend-api/codex/responses

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What version of the Codex App are you using (From “About Codex” dialog)?

Version 26.325.31654 (1272)

What subscription do you have?

Pro

What platform is your computer?

Darwin 25.4.0 arm64 arm

What issue are you seeing?

unexpected status 403 Forbidden: Unknown error, url: https://chatgpt.com/backend-api/codex/responses

What doesn't work:

  • Restart
  • Logout / login
  • Different model
  • New thread

What steps can reproduce the bug?

Send a prompt

What is the expected behavior?

A working response

Additional information

  • Network connectivity is fine, both up and down.
  • Started today

extent analysis

TL;DR

The issue is likely related to an authentication or permission problem with the Codex App's backend API, and checking the API request headers or authentication tokens may help resolve the 403 Forbidden error.

Guidance

  • Verify that the authentication tokens or credentials used by the Codex App are valid and not expired, as the error started today.
  • Check the request headers sent to the backend API for any missing or incorrect authentication information.
  • Investigate if there are any recent changes to the backend API or the Codex App's configuration that could be causing the authentication issue.
  • Test the API request using a tool like curl or Postman to isolate the issue and see if it's specific to the Codex App.

Notes

The issue may be related to a temporary backend API issue or a configuration problem with the Codex App, and further investigation is needed to determine the root cause.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Check the authentication tokens and request headers to identify the issue, as it's unclear if an upgrade to a fixed version is available.

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