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The following files were used as context for generating this wiki page: - [README.md](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/README.md) - [restore_machine_id.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/restore_machine_id.py) - [build.spec](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/build.spec) - [new_signup.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/new_signup.py) - [build.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/build.py)

# Troubleshooting This page provides a comprehensive guide to troubleshooting common issues and errors encountered while using the Cursor Free VIP tool. It covers problems related to permissions, configuration, account status, and build processes, offering clear solutions and preventive measures. ## Common Issues and Solutions This section addresses the most frequently reported problems by users. ### Permission and Execution Issues Many problems, especially on first run, are related to insufficient permissions or incorrect execution environments. | Problem | Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Permission Denied Errors** | The script was not run with administrator/root privileges. | Ensure you run the installation or main script with the necessary permissions.
**Windows**: Right-click PowerShell and select "Run as Administrator".
**Linux/macOS**: Use `sudo` before the command. | | **Cursor is Running** | The script requires Cursor to be closed to modify its configuration files. | Completely close all instances of the Cursor editor before running the script. | Sources: [README.md](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/README.md) ### Account and Authentication Issues Issues during the signup or authentication process can often be resolved by checking the following. | Problem | Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **User is not authorized** | The account used for signup has been banned or flagged by the service. | This error indicates that your account was banned. You will need to use a different account to proceed. | | **Turnstile Verification Fails** | The automated browser fails to solve the Cloudflare Turnstile challenge. | 1. Ensure your browser and its drivers (e.g., `chromedriver`) are up to date.
2. Check the `handle_turnstile_time` and `handle_turnstile_random_time` settings in `config.ini` and increase the wait times if necessary.
3. The `turnstilePatch` extension must be present in the same directory as the script. | Sources: [README.md](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/README.md), [new_signup.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/new_signup.py) ### Configuration and Path Issues Incorrect paths in the configuration file are a common source of errors. | Problem | Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **File Not Found Errors** | The paths to Cursor's storage files, `machineId`, or browser executables are incorrect in `config.ini`. | 1. Open the configuration file located at `Documents/.cursor-free-vip/config.ini`.
2. Verify that all paths under `[OSPaths]` (e.g., `storage_path`, `sqlite_path`) and `[Browser]` (e.g., `chrome_path`) are correct for your system and installation.
3. For Linux users, note the machine ID path is typically `~/.config/cursor/machineid`. | Sources: [README.md](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/README.md), [restore_machine_id.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/restore_machine_id.py) ## Troubleshooting Workflows ### Diagnosing a "File Not Found" Error When the script reports that a critical file (like `storage.json` or `machineId`) cannot be found, follow these steps to diagnose and resolve the issue. ```mermaid flowchart TB A[Start: File Not Found Error] --> B{Is Cursor installed?}; B -- No --> C[Install Cursor]; B -- Yes --> D{Is Cursor closed?}; D -- No --> E[Close all Cursor instances]; D -- Yes --> F[Check config.ini paths]; F --> G{Are paths correct for your OS?}; G -- No --> H[Update paths in config.ini]; G -- Yes --> I[Verify files exist at specified paths]; I --> J{Files found?}; J -- No --> K[Reinstall Cursor or find correct paths]; J -- Yes --> L[Run script with admin privileges]; L --> M[Success]; ``` ### Restoring a Machine ID from Backup If the tool has created backups of your machine ID, you can restore them using the `restore_machine_id.py` script. This is useful if you encounter issues after a reset. ```mermaid sequenceDiagram participant User participant Script as restore_machine_id.py participant Config as config.ini participant FileSystem as File System User->>Script: Execute script Script->>Config: Load paths from config.ini Config-->>Script: Return storage_path, sqlite_path Script->>FileSystem: Find backups #40;e.g., storage.json.bak.*#41; FileSystem-->>Script: Return list of backup files Script->>User: Display available backups User->>Script: Select a backup to restore Script->>FileSystem: Read selected backup file FileSystem-->>Script: Return backup data #40;JSON#41; Script->>Script: Extract machine IDs from backup alt Current storage.json exists Script->>FileSystem: Create a restore backup of current file end Script->>FileSystem: Update storage.json with restored IDs Script->>FileSystem: Update state.vscdb with restored IDs Script-->>User: Report success or failure ``` Sources: [restore_machine_id.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/restore_machine_id.py) ## Build Process Troubleshooting If you are building the application from source using `build.py`, you might encounter the following issues. | Problem | Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Build Fails: Output File Not Found** | The PyInstaller process failed, often due to missing dependencies or errors in `build.spec`. | 1. Ensure all dependencies listed in `build.spec` (like `locales`, `utils.py`) are present.
2. Check the console output for any specific error messages during the build process.
3. Clean the build directory (`build/` and `dist/`) and try again. | | **Incorrect Executable Name** | The `VERSION` environment variable is not set correctly. | The build script relies on a `.env` file to get the version number. Ensure the `.env` file exists in the root directory and contains `VERSION=x.x.x`. | Sources: [build.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/build.py), [build.spec](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/build.spec) ### Build Process Flow The following diagram outlines the steps performed by the `build.py` script, highlighting potential failure points. ```mermaid flowchart TB subgraph BuildProcess [build.py Execution] direction TB startNode([Start]) --> CleanCache[Clean build#47; directory]; CleanCache --> LoadEnv[Load .env for VERSION]; LoadEnv --> SetOutputName[Set output name based on OS]; SetOutputName --> RunPyInstaller[Run: pyinstaller build.spec]; RunPyInstaller --> CheckOutput{Output file exists?}; CheckOutput -- Yes --> Success[✅ Build Success]; CheckOutput -- No --> Fail[❌ Build Failed]; end subgraph Dependencies [Required Files] direction TB buildspec[build.spec]; mainpy[main.py]; locales[locales#47; directory]; envfile[.env file]; end Dependencies -- Input --> RunPyInstaller; ``` Sources: [build.py](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/build.py), [build.spec](https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/blob/main/build.spec) ## Summary Effective troubleshooting involves systematically checking permissions, configurations, and the environment. Most issues with the Cursor Free VIP tool stem from: 1. **Insufficient Privileges**: Always run the script as an administrator or with `sudo`. 2. **Incorrect Configuration**: Meticulously verify all paths in `config.ini`. 3. **External Dependencies**: Ensure your browser and its corresponding WebDriver are up-to-date and correctly configured. By following the diagnostic steps and solutions outlined above, you can resolve most common problems and ensure the tool runs smoothly.