App Lounge doesn't work with ethernet connection

• /e/OS version: 3.01
• Device model(s): Fairphone 5
• Impacted Application: App Lounge
• Affected application/URL:
• Browser/client and version:

The problem

When accessing the internet through a wired Ethernet connection using a USB-C to Ethernet adapter, the App Lounge displays a connection error, while all other internet services work normally.

Steps to reproduce

• Connect a USB-C to Ethernet adapter to the phone.

• Plug in an Ethernet cable connected to a working network.

• Confirm that internet access is active by:

  • Opening a browser and visiting any website.
  • Opening F-Droid or checking emails.

• Open App Lounge.

• Observe the error message:

  “Can't connect ! Please check your internet connection…”

Technical details

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