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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Minecraft is a popular sandbox video game developed by Mojang. To play the game, you must log in to your Mojang account. However, some users have reported getting the errorToo many failed attemptswhen trying to log in.
This usually occurs if you have attempted to log in with an incorrect password multiple times. Interestingly, for some users, this is shown when trying to sign in to their accounts.
This problem may be related to several reasons, and we have listed a few troubleshooting steps to help you solve it in no time.
How do I fix Mojang’sToo many failed attemptserror?
1. Check for too many login attempts and incorrect password
In most cases, theToo many failed attemptserror is triggered if the user has tried signing in with an incorrect password. If you think you have used the wrong password and triggered this error, you have no option but to wait until the cooling period is over.
After seeing the error, wait for three hours before you attempt to log in again. Mojang automatically locks accounts after a few failed login attempts to protect the account from potential hacking attempts.
Even more, learnwhat to do if Windows 10 is not restarting. You may need to run thePower troubleshooteror disableIntel Management Engineto correct the issue right away.
2.Check for hacking attempts and change your password
If you see the error even after entering the correct credentials, check for hacking attempts. In such instances, it is recommended to change your Mojang password to safeguard your account.
After doing so, try to log in with the new credentials. Then, check if the error is resolved. If you don’t have access to the email address associated with your account, contact Mojang support for recovery instructions.
3.Perform a full scan with an antivirus tool
Perform a complete scan using your third-party antivirus if you have one installed on your computer. Keep in mind that Microsoft may disable Windows Defender if you have a third-party antivirus. You can manually enable it from theThreat protection settings.
If you suspect the error to have triggered after installing software from an unknown source or due to a hacking attempt, perform a complete scan.
This may take some time, but you can find and remove hidden Trojan or malware from your system. Do not hesitate to use thebest Windows 10 antivirus softwarein that regard.
4.Use Minecraft in the browser
Not sure what to do with those three hours? You can play the classic version of the popular game in the browser. You can access it from theClassic Minecraftpage.
Furthermore, you can invite friends to join you with the given URL. Pick a username for your profile and clickStart. If you have played the classic Minecraft, the online version will be no stranger.
⇒Play Minecraft Online
Does Mojang blacklist login attempts from specific IP addresses?
Mojang has a specific system to protect against logging into cracked accounts. If you fail to log in to several accounts, chances are your IP will be blocked.
This may last from 30 minutes to three hours, then the accounts you tried logging into are flagged. They will be reviewed and you’ll most likely receive a new reset password to the original email.
Do not hesitate to use an HTTP Proxy for the actual login of the accounts or even a VPN to bypass this restriction.
Can’t log in to Minecraft with VPNeither? Try some easy fixes and forget all about the annoying issue that’s preventing you from enjoying your favorite game.
Even more, take a look at thisguide on what to do if Minecraft login is not working. You may need to check for server issues or try a different browser. One of theselightweight browsers for Windows PCswill most likely do the trick.
The MojangToo many failed login attemptserror when signing in to your Minecraft account usually occurs due to repeated failed attempts.
In this citation, wait before you try to log in again. If not, follow other steps in the article to diagnose the problem and fix it quickly. Don’t hesitate to let us know which solution worked for you.
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.