
(Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes)
Sometimes, when attempting to join a server, an authentication error can occur that leaves many players baffled. So, today, we help answer the question, “Are Minecraft authentication servers down?”Mojang Status
https://twitter.com/MojangStatus/status/1800101837304987819Sadly, Mojang does not offer a direct way to view the status of their authentication servers. However, they will generally release updates on their Mojang Status X (Formally Twitter) account to keep players up to date. If they have shared that there is an ongoing problem, it is simply a matter of waiting.
Third-Party Status Sites

What to do if Minecraft Authentication Servers are Online

- Restarting the Internet
- Completely Closing and Reopening Minecraft
- Logging Out and Logging Back into the Minecraft Launcher
- Restarting Your Minecraft Server (If Applicable)
Get Started with a
Minecraft Server
Looking to create your own gaming server? It only takes a few minutes.
Start your Minecraft server
Looking to create your own gaming server? It only takes a few minutes.