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About Minecraft problems

Minecraft problems can affect sign-in, joining multiplayer servers, Realms or the Marketplace. Minecraft accounts sign in with a Microsoft account, so a Microsoft sign-in problem also blocks the game. If only one multiplayer server fails, the cause is more likely that server than Minecraft itself.

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Typical Minecraft problems

An editorial list of typical problems, not based on live user reports.

  • Microsoft sign-in loops If the Microsoft sign-in for Minecraft keeps restarting in the launcher or browser, clear the cookies for the Microsoft login and minecraft.net and try again. Guide: ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS
  • Server connection timed out A connection timed out message when joining a Minecraft server means the server did not answer, so check the address, port and whether the server is online. Guide: ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT
  • Server refuses the connection Connection refused when joining a Minecraft server can mean nothing is listening at that address and port, so the server may be offline or the port wrong. Guide: ERR_CONNECTION_REFUSED
  • Realms do not load A Minecraft Realm needs an active subscription on the owner's account, while invited players join for free, so the owner should check the subscription.
  • Marketplace purchases fail In Minecraft Bedrock Edition, Marketplace purchases use Minecoins tied to your Microsoft account, so make sure you are signed in with the account that bought them.
  • Service error on every network If minecraft.net or the launcher reports a service error on several networks, Microsoft's services may be having trouble, so wait and retry. Guide: 503 Service Unavailable

General fixes: Gaming

  1. Check the game and the platform Online play can depend on the game's own servers and on the platform, such as PlayStation Network, Xbox or Steam. Check both where a status page exists.
  2. Restart the console and router Turn the console or PC and the router off, wait briefly and turn them on again. This renews the network connection.
  3. Run the network test Consoles and launchers have a built-in connection test that shows your NAT type. A strict NAT can block multiplayer even when the internet works.
  4. Let updates finish Games and launchers can require an update before you can sign in. Let downloads and patches finish before you try to play.

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