#1618·linkwarden

error JSON.parse: unexpected character at line 1 column 1 of the JSON data

Author: obang10Created Feb 27, 2026Updated Sep 10, 2026
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Describe the bug A clear and concise description of what the bug is. when change the cathegori/collection of a link, I get this error "JSON.parse: unexpected character at line 1 column 1 of the JSON data". I am using a NPM reverse proxy manager. It seems to work well without the reverse proxy

To Reproduce Steps to reproduce the behavior:

  1. download the docker-compose.yml and and .env file using curl from linkwarden official website
  2. change the four suggested variables
  3. deploy via arcane docker manager

Desktop (please complete the following information):

  • OS: armbian
  • Browser: firefox

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