Unable to log into Pocket via Google Auth


When attempting to log into Pocket via the Google Auth window, it opens a blank window then closes.

How can this issue be reproduced?

  1. Open the pocket site via the extension or site https://getpocket.com/login/?ep=1
  2. Click the option to Continue With Google

Expected result:
Being able to log into Pocket via the Google auth option.
Able to do this in Chrome Version 77.0.3865.120 (Official Build) (64-bit)

Brave Version( check About Brave):
Version 0.69.135 Chromium: 77.0.3865.120 (Official Build) (64-bit)

Additional Information:
Have disabled the only 2 extensions used, Pocket and LastPass
Have cleared cache for everything including passwords
Have reset browser to factory
Rebooted computer
Able to use the pocket extension/site in Chrome without an issue

Windows 10 Ver1709 OS Build 16299.1087


@rrice2004,
Thanks for reaching out to us. When you go to authenticate into Pocket, first open the Shields panel in the address bar, and change the Cookies option to Allow all cookies and allow the page to refresh. Now try to authenticate again.

Thank you. Issue resolved.

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