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An Error Occurred While Starting Roblox: 5 Ways to Fix It
Chances are that there are some problems with your connection
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Updated onFebruary 14, 2024
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If you’re getting theAn error occurred while starting Robloxissue, chances are that there are some problems with your connection.
The solutions listed below are tested and they work in all cases when Roblox is not starting properly.
How to fix Roblox start errors?
1. Reset your router
Resetting the router is a straightforward fix that some Roblox users have confirmed to work.
As Roblox requires a net connection to run, it’s not entirely surprising that a router reset can fix theAn error occurred while starting Roblox studio unable to open file for writingerror message. So press the reset button on your router to reset it.
If encountering theRoblox Error Code E01, read the highlighted guide to fix the problem.
2. Deselect the Proxy Server Setting
3. Reset TCP-IP with Netsh
This error can also be caused by a corrupt Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP). Use the command above and check if theAn error occurred trying to launch the experience. Please try again laterissue is fixed.
4. Turn off antivirus software
As mentioned, Roblox needs a connection to start. So, it might be the case thatantivirus software is blocking Roblox. Switching anti-virus software off will ensure that doesn’t happen.
Numerous anti-virus utilities include disabling options on their system tray context menus that you can select to turn off the antivirus software temporarily.
Alternatively, you can select to disable most antivirus packages via their primary windows. Open the antivirus utility’s main window and browse through its settings menu, which will probably include a disable or turn-off option.
Once done, verify if theRoblox error 0x80072f06is resolved. If not, head to the next method.
5. Add Roblox to the Windows Firewall’s Allowed Apps list
The Robloxerror occurred while startingerror might also be due to Windows Defender Firewall. Some users have fixed the issue by adding Roblox to theWindows Defender Firewall’sallowed apps list.
6. Reinstall Roblox
Please wait for the process to complete and reboot our PC.
Reinstalling Roblox can also fix a few of its error messages. The app may have become corrupt over time, so a fresh reinstall can overcome that.
If you want to make sure all files related to Roblox are gone, you can use adedicated uninstaller softwarethat will find and delete all registry entries and other junk files.
If you have other problems with the game, you can check our more in depth-guide that helps youfix common Roblox errors.
Also, find out what to do ifRoblox was not able to update on Windows and Mac.
Why does Roblox keep saying an error occurred while starting?
This is a common error message that Roblox players get when they have a poor Internet connection. Problems with your ISP can cause it, but also network configuration issues.
Many users report having this problem after changing their router settings. We can only conclude that they may have mistakenly blocked access to Roblox, in which case a simple reset to default should help.
On the same note, it is also possible that your Proxy settings block the app or your Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP) is corrupt.
It is also possible that the Roblox servers are down, in which case you will have to be patient until they solve the problem. You can check theRoblox Downdetector pageto see if there’s currently any outage.
Third-party applications such as antiviruses or firewalls may also interfere, so make sure you check and adjust your security settings.
Some error messages that you may encounter in this case are listed below:
Share your experience of Roblox and what you love the most about it in the comments section below.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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