Connection Timed Out
Mojang Minecraft
Severity: ModerateWhat Does This Error Mean?
Connection Timed Out means your game client could not reach the Minecraft server within the time limit. This is usually a network issue — the server may be down, your internet may be unstable, or a firewall is blocking the connection. Check your internet, verify the server address, and try again.
Affected Models
- Minecraft Java Edition
- Minecraft Bedrock Edition
- PC
- PlayStation
- Xbox
- Nintendo Switch
- Mobile
Common Causes
- Server is offline or has crashed
- Wrong server IP address or port number
- Your internet connection is unstable or too slow
- Firewall or antivirus blocking Minecraft's connection
- Server is full or has banned your IP
How to Fix It
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Check if the server is online using a server status checker.
Search for Minecraft server status checker online and enter the server address. If the server is offline, you need to wait for it to come back.
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Double-check the server IP address and port.
Make sure you typed the address exactly right. The default port is 25565 for Java Edition. If the server uses a different port, include it: play.example.com:25566
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Restart your router and try again.
Unplug your router for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. Wait for it to fully reconnect before trying Minecraft again.
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Temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus to test.
Some firewalls block Minecraft's network traffic. If disabling the firewall fixes it, add Minecraft as an exception rather than leaving the firewall off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Connection Timed Out mean I am banned?
Not usually. A ban typically shows a different message like You are banned from this server. Connection Timed Out means the server did not respond at all — most likely a network issue.
Why does this happen more on Java Edition?
Java Edition connects directly to servers using TCP, which is more sensitive to network issues. Bedrock Edition uses different networking that can be more resilient, though it has its own connection errors.