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How to enable multiplayer on Minecraft java?

Jimmy King 0 Reputation points
2025-12-16T15:12:37.3266667+00:00

Hi

So i just bought minecraft for my 14 year old son.

We couldnt figure out how to enable multiplayer so he can play with his friends.

I tried a to look in the settings but coudnt find it anywhere.

He is using a PC on Windows 11.

Hope someone can help us out.

Greetings,

Jimmy

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Microsoft Store
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  1. Lucky 5,545 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-16T16:26:44.2933333+00:00

    Hi Jimmy King, I can imagine how frustrating this must be you set up PIN for convenience but Windows still throws admin prompts and slows you down.

    Go to Microsoft privacy settings and allow multiplayer and cross-network play make sure your childs account is not blocked by family restrictions sign in with that same account in the Minecraft Launcher then test by adding a server in Multiplayer if it still says disabled recheck the privacy settings.

    When your son clicks on Multiplayer in Minecraft does he see the servers list but gets a warning like Multiplayer is disabled or is the button completely grayed out?

    Best regards

    Lucky

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