Quick ways to troubleshoot server connection issues with Minecraft Bedrock or Java edition

Are you having trouble connecting to a Minecraft server? If you're seeing the error "Can't Connect to Server" in Bedrock or Java edition, this could be caused by a variety of problems. If you're sure you have the correct server address and you're still unable to connect to a server's world, the issue could be related to your computer, system, or network. This wikiHow will show you how to fix the "Can't Connect to Server" error on desktop, console, or mobile.

Things You Should Know

  • Unplug your router, wait 30 seconds, then plug it back in. Disconnect and reconnect Wi-Fi on your device.
  • Check https://downdetector.com/status/minecraft to see if servers are down everywhere.
  • Disable firewall on your computer and router, or make sure Minecraft is allowed access.
Method 12
Method 12 of 14:

Flush DNS and Renew IP (Windows)

  1. 1
    Open the command prompt. Click the Start menu and enter cmd into the search.
    • Right-click the Command Prompt and click Run as administrator.
    • Make sure Minecraft is closed.
  2. 2
    Type ipconfig /flshdns and press Enter. Do this in the command prompt window.
    • You'll see a success prompt.
  3. 3
    Enter ipconfig /renew and press Enter. Again, enter this in the command prompt window.
    • You'll see a success prompt.
  4. 4
    Launch Minecraft. Try to connect to the server again.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I contact the server owners?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You need to see who owns it and contact them via email or any social media they have.
  • Question
    How do I log out of Minecraft?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Go to the launcher and click the "Log out" button. Then you should sign back in and try to connect to the server.
  • Question
    What does it mean when the server I open says, "Failed to login: invalid session (Try restarting your game)"? How do I fix it?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Close the game; if it re-opens the launcher, close that, too. Start a new instance of Minecraft.
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Categories: Minecraft Servers
Article SummaryX

1. Check your internet connection status.
2. Refresh the server list.
3. Close Minecraft and reopen it.
4. Restart your modem or router.
5. Check the status of your game console's online service.
6. Check your firewall settings.
7. Wait a while and try to connect again.
8. Contact your network administrator.
9. Contact the server owner.

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