Can't connect to a Minecraft server: checklist
Work down this list. Most problems are one of the first three.
- Is the server online? Check with the server status checker.
- Is the address right? Copy it from the server's website. If the address can't be reached, you'll see a message saying so.
- Is it the right version? If the server asks for a different version, pick it in the window that appears, or in Server Settings → Server Details. See choosing a version.
- Is the proxy working? Try connecting without it. If that works, test the proxy and check its details. Bedrock accounts need a proxy that supports UDP. See Minecraft AFK proxies.
- Is the sign-in working? If Microsoft keeps asking you to sign in, use Force refresh sign-in from the account's menu. See Microsoft login fixes.
- Is something blocking you?
- Captcha: some servers ask new players to solve one. If it shows in the dashboard, type the answer.
- Ban or whitelist: the disconnect message will say so.
- Too many accounts from one IP: give each account its own proxy.
- Still stuck? Post the error message and server address in our Discord.
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Frequently asked questions
That's a different problem. See AFK bot keeps disconnecting.
Usually it's the version or the proxy. Some servers block proxies, so try a different one.
No. Nothing needs changing on your side.