How to Fix the “Connection Timed Out” Error on a Minecraft Server

Hello HolyHosting community! 🌟 Today we're going to address a problem we've all faced at some point: the "Connection Timed Out" error on Minecraft! 😱

Whether you're running a modded or Vanilla server, connection issues can be a headache for both you and the players. This error is one of the most common.

How to Fix the "Connection Timed Out" Error ⏰

Direct Connection

1. Log in to your HolyHosting server panel and click on your server.
2. Locate the IP Address and/or Subdomain section.
3. Copy the address and open Minecraft. Go to Multiplayer.
4. Click on Direct Connection and paste the address in the Server Address field. Try both addresses.

⚠️ Common Problem⚠️: Sometimes, the copied address may contain extra spaces. Make sure to copy it correctly.

Restart the Minecraft Server

1. Navigate to your server panel and select your server.
2. Click Restart and wait for it to fully load. Confirm it has fully loaded by looking for the startup message in the console.
3. Once loaded, join the server.

⚠️Common Problem⚠️: Some players forget to confirm that the server has fully started before trying to join. Patience! 😉

Solutions with Mods

Forge 1.8 – 1.16.5 ⚙️

1. Download the RandomPatches mod for Forge and make sure the version matches your server's.
2. Install the mod on your server from the HolyHosting panel.
3. Restart the server and wait for it to load.
4. Upload the same mod to your launcher's local mods folder.

⚠️Common Problem⚠️: Make sure the mod versions on the server and your launcher match exactly. Otherwise, chaos! 🤯

Fabric 1.15.2 – 1.16.5 ⚙️

1. Go to the download page for RandomPatches for Fabric and download the correct version for your server.
2. Install the mod on your server from the panel.
3. Start the server and wait for it to finish loading.
4. Upload the same mod to your local Fabric.

⚠️Common Problem⚠️: Don't forget to install the mod on both the server and your launcher. Two steps you can't skip! 🚀

Conclusion

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