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How to fix needing permission to have friends on minecraft bedrock, while i do have permission

niels 5 Reputation points
2025-11-12T19:53:20.1833333+00:00

I downloaded minecraft bedrock to play with friends, but when I open the friends tab, it said that i need permission. I have permission and when I change it in the privacy and onlinesecurity tab online, it doesnt work. I have all the right boxes checked right there. What do I need to do?

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  1. AI answer

    2025-11-12T19:53:43.61+00:00

    If you're encountering issues with permissions while trying to add friends in Minecraft Bedrock, even after ensuring that the correct privacy settings are enabled, consider the following steps:

    1. Check Xbox Live Privacy Settings: Make sure that your Xbox Live privacy settings allow you to add friends. You can do this by logging into your Xbox account online and navigating to the privacy and online safety settings. Ensure that the options for adding friends and communicating with others are set correctly.
    2. Verify Game Settings: Sometimes, the game itself may have additional settings that need to be adjusted. Check the in-game settings to ensure that multiplayer options are enabled.
    3. Restart the Game: After making changes to your privacy settings, restart Minecraft Bedrock to see if the changes take effect.
    4. Check for Updates: Ensure that both your game and your device are updated to the latest version. Sometimes, updates can resolve bugs related to permissions.
    5. Re-sign into Xbox Live: Try signing out of your Xbox Live account and then signing back in. This can refresh your permissions and settings.
    6. Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to Xbox support for further assistance, as they can provide more specific guidance based on your account settings.

    Following these steps should help resolve the permission issue you're facing in Minecraft Bedrock.

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-11-12T20:34:58.91+00:00

    Hi Niels,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community. I understand how frustrating it is to want to play with friends on Minecraft Bedrock and see a message saying you need permission, even though you’ve already enabled the correct settings.

    I recommend checking the related thread on Microsoft’s support forums: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/5525768/cant-enable-multi-player-in-minecraft

    I hope you find this information helpful. Please let me know if you have any further questions If the answer is helpful, please click "Accept Answer".
    Regards,
    Carlo

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