Connection Timed Out

Error Description

Players see “Connection timed out” in the Minecraft client when trying to connect. The Goxy proxy connects successfully, but the target server does not respond. This can be caused by firewall blocks, ISP restrictions, incorrect server address, or the address pointing to a non-Minecraft service.

warningError Symptoms

Players see in the Minecraft client:

• “Connection timed out”

Error Screenshot

Possible Causes

magnifying-glassWhat Could Be the Cause?

• Firewall blocking connection: The Minecraft server port (e.g., 25565) is blocked by the firewall on the target server.
• ISP or hosting provider block: Network provider blocks traffic on the server port.
• Incorrect server address: Wrong IP or port entered in the Goxy panel.
• Not a Minecraft server: The address points to a non-Minecraft service (e.g., web server).
• Server offline or unstable: The target server is down or experiencing network issues.

Fix Steps

toolsHow to Fix the Error?

1. Check firewall rules:
   • Ensure the server port (e.g., 25565) is open in the target server’s firewall.
   • Linux example: ufw allow 25565
   • Contact your hosting provider to verify port blocks.
2. Verify server address:
   • In the Goxy panel , go to network settings and confirm the target server IP and port are correct.
   • See Server Setup Guide.
3. Confirm it’s a Minecraft server:
   • Verify the IP:port points to a running Minecraft server (e.g., Paper/Spigot).
   • Use ping <IP>:<port> or an online tool to test.
4. Check server status:
   • Ensure the target server is online. Check console logs (latest.log) for errors.
5. Contact support:
   • If the issue persists, reach out on Discord.

Additional Notes

light-bulbTips & Advice

• Check Goxy server status at status.goxy.io.
• Update the Goxy plugin to the latest version to avoid compatibility issues.
• If using external hosting, confirm with the provider there are no network or incoming traffic limits.

check-markError Fixed!

After completing the steps, your server should respond to connections. If the issue persists, contact us.

Links & Resources

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Resource	Link
Goxy Homepage	goxy.io
Admin Panel	dashboard.goxy.io
Status Page	status.goxy.io
Discord Community	Join Discord
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API Documentation	API Docs