aka.ms/remoteconnect: Fix Minecraft Sign-In and Crossplay

By Ankita Neogi

Updated Oct 7, 2026Published Jun 25, 202213 min read

Note (October 2026): An earlier version of this guide said a Microsoft account was optional on PS4. Minecraft has required a Microsoft account on all versions since 25 July 2022, and the Xbox sign-in steps have been corrected.

aka.ms/remoteconnect is Microsoft’s short link for signing in to Minecraft Bedrock Edition on PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. Minecraft shows a short code of letters and numbers; you open aka.ms/remoteconnect on a phone or computer, type the code and sign in. On Xbox, Minecraft uses the profile signed in to the console instead, so no code is needed.

Gamers can use their Microsoft account to crossplay games across different platforms, including PC, Xbox, PS4, and Nintendo Switch.

Minecraft is one of the best-known games, enjoyed by children and adults alike. If you play Minecraft on a PlayStation or Nintendo Switch, you connect your game to other devices by signing in through aka.ms/remoteconnect.

http://aka.ms/remoteconnect is the Microsoft sign-in page that players use to enable crossplay between Playstation, Xbox, Switch, and PC. According to Minecraft’s official sign-in guide, the code step itself is used on PlayStation and Nintendo Switch: players enter a short code to connect the console to their Microsoft account.

However, the aka. ms/remoteconnect error sometimes appears after switching between devices or because of corrupted saved data. To fix the issue, sign in again with your Microsoft account; as a last resort, you can delete corrupted Minecraft save files.

This article explains how to fix the Microsoft remote connect sign-in error on PS4, PC, Xbox, and Switch.

What Is Aka.Ms/Remoteconnect?

The aka.ms/remoteconnect address lets players connect different devices to one Microsoft account so they can use every available feature. Its best-known use is signing in to Minecraft so the same account can play across multiple consoles.

Connecting many devices this way is possible through Microsoft’s CrossPlay feature in Minecraft Bedrock Edition.

Note: There is an error with a confusingly similar name – aka.ms/account settings – but that one affects multiplayer rather than crossplay.

Why does the https://aka.ms/remoteconnect error happen?

If your Minecraft game usually works perfectly but the aka.ms remoteconnect screen suddenly pops up, there are a few possible explanations. These are the two most common reasons:

Corrupt game

Because Minecraft has several versions and runs on many platforms, your game data can become corrupted.

Corrupted data can result from an update or installation that was interrupted by a failed internet connection. An unstable internet connection can also cause other connection and server errors.

An aka.ms/remoteconnect error caused by corrupted Minecraft game data can often be fixed by reinstalling Minecraft over a stable internet connection.

Changing devices

If you regularly use the CrossPlay feature on several devices, you are more likely to see the aka.ms remoteconnect error.

Frequently switching between devices is the most common cause of the remote connect error, but it does not mean you will always run into it.

Solutions for Https://Aka.Ms/Remoteconnect Error

Solution: Sign in again with your Microsoft account

While you are playing Minecraft with your Microsoft account, the https://aka.ms/remoteconnect error can appear on your screen. Signing out and then signing back in to your Microsoft account usually solves it.

How to fix https://aka.ms/remoteconnect on Xbox

• Copy the aka.ms/remoteconnect entry code

On PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, the error screen asks you to visit aka.ms/remoteconnect and enter a code; once you enter the correct code, you should be able to play Minecraft. On Xbox, Minecraft’s official guide says the game uses the profile signed in to the console, so if the wrong account is active, close Minecraft, press the Xbox button, open “Profile & System” and use “Add or Switch” to choose the right profile. Older guides also list the steps below.

1. Visit the Settings menu (these older steps are not part of Minecraft’s official Xbox sign-in guide).
2. Navigate to Device and Connections > Remote Features.
3. Enable remote features, then select “Instant-on.”
4. Note that https://aka.ms/remoteconnect/account is not a working sign-in address (as of October 2026 it does not open a Microsoft sign-in page); the code page is https://aka.ms/remoteconnect, and Xbox normally signs in through the console profile without a code.

• Set up RemoteConnect on Xbox

Some guides suggest https//aka.ms/xboxsetup for setting up RemoteConnect on Xbox One. As of October 2026, that Microsoft short link redirects to an Xbox account setup page; it is not part of Minecraft’s official sign-in steps. If the account is still wrong, reinstalling the game is another option:

1. Uninstall Minecraft.
2. Open the Microsoft Store on your Xbox One, search for Minecraft and download the game.
3. Open the game. Minecraft on Xbox signs in automatically with the Microsoft account of the profile that is signed in to the console.

• Enable Cross-Play On Xbox

To fix the error, make sure the Cross-Play option is turned on.

Cross-play also depends on being signed in to the Microsoft account you want to play with.

1. Launch Minecraft on your Xbox console.
2. Pause the game, then select Invite to Game. Open the Friends menu, then select Find Cross-Platform Friends.
3. Search for the friends you want to play with by their Minecraft ID (gamertag), then select Add Friend.
4. Wait for your friend to accept the invitation, then you can join their world.

How to fix https://aka.ms/remoteconnect on Nintendo Switch

• Set up RemoteConnect on Nintendo Switch

Setting up RemoteConnect properly on your Nintendo Switch usually resolves the issue.

1. Sign out of your Microsoft account in Minecraft (Settings, then Profile). Uninstall Minecraft only if the game data seems corrupted.
2. Open the Nintendo eShop on your Switch and search for Minecraft.
3. Download the game, then launch it.
4. Visit https://aka.ms/remoteconnect on a phone or computer, enter the code shown in Minecraft, then sign in to your Microsoft account.

• Enable Cross-Play On Nintendo Switch

To fix the error on Nintendo Switch, make sure the Cross-Play option is turned on.

1. Launch Minecraft on your Nintendo Switch console.
2. Pause the game, then select Invite to Game. Open the Friends menu, then select Find Cross-Platform Friends.
3. Search for the friends you want to play with by their Minecraft ID (gamertag), then select Add Friend.
4. Wait for your friend to accept the invitation, then you can join their world.

How to fix https://aka.ms/remoteconnect on PS4

• Set Up RemoteConnect on PS4

Fix the error by signing in to your Microsoft account and entering the Minecraft code at https://aka.ms/remoteconnect.

1. Sign out of your Microsoft account in Minecraft (Settings, then Profile). Uninstall Minecraft only if the game data seems corrupted.
2. Open the Playstation Store and search for Minecraft.
3. Download the game, then launch it.
4. Visit https://aka.ms/remoteconnect on a phone or computer, enter the code shown in Minecraft, then sign in to your Microsoft account.

• Enable Cross-Play On PS4

Setting up CrossPlay on Playstation follows the same method as on Xbox and Nintendo Switch. Make sure the Cross-Play option is turned on.

1. Launch Minecraft on your PS4 or PS5 console.
2. Pause the game, then select Invite to Game. Open the Friends menu, then select Find Cross-Platform Friends.
3. Search for the friends you want to play with by their Minecraft ID (gamertag), then select Add Friend.
4. Wait for your friend to accept the invitation, then you can join their world.

Solution: Delete Corrupted Minecraft Saved Data (Last Resort)

Deleting saved data permanently removes the worlds stored on that console, so try signing in again first and copy any world you want to keep before you start. To delete corrupted data on a console:

1. Open your console’s System Settings > Storage. You will see your stored game data.
2. Select the corrupted Minecraft save file, then select the delete icon.

How to Enter Your Minecraft Sign-In Code

Http Aka MS Remoteconnect – You can play Minecraft across platforms with your friends once you connect your PS4 (or Playstation 5 or Nintendo Switch) to a Microsoft Live Account, which today is simply called a Microsoft account.

Since 25 July 2022, Minecraft has required a Microsoft account to play on every platform, including PS4, according to Minecraft’s official sign-in guide. Creating a Microsoft account is free.

With the Microsoft account, you can crossplay from your PS4 with players on other devices and consoles.

You Can Also Move Minecraft Store or Marketplace Purchases to Other Devices

• Select the sign-in button in Minecraft (Settings, then Profile, then “Sign in for free!”). Minecraft then shows a short code and the address aka.ms/remoteconnect.
• Enter the short code of letters and numbers shown on your screen
• To connect your accounts, sign in to your Microsoft Live Account.
• Use the details of the Microsoft account you want to connect to your PlayStation Network account. This link is difficult to undo, so choose the account carefully.
• After you have signed in to your Microsoft account successfully, select Play to go to the Minecraft home screen.
• To reach the “Friends” tab, move across to it.
• Click “Add a Friend”.
• Enter your friends’ Microsoft gamertags one at a time to find them.

How to Set Up an Xbox One/Series X/Series S for Minecraft Crossplay

Microsoft’s Xbox consoles are the easiest consoles on which to set up crossplay, because the main obstacle to crossplay is linking the console to a Microsoft account with Xbox Live.

For Xbox owners this is not an issue, because they already have an active Microsoft account to use the console.

If you have recently bought an Xbox and do not yet have an account, you can create one during the initial console setup. You can also create an account at: https://account.microsoft.com.

Once that is done, make sure Minecraft is installed on your Xbox and launch it.

When the game starts, you are ready to use Minecraft crossplay.

How Do I Fix an aka.ms/remoteconnect Error?

The good news is that there are several ways to fix this error, and all of them start with a working Microsoft account. If you do not have one yet, you can register free of charge at: https://account.microsoft.com/.

Then choose the “Make a Microsoft Account” option and follow the instructions. Setting up a fresh account can sometimes resolve device conflicts, but on PlayStation a console account that is already linked to another Microsoft account may not accept a new one.

Suppose Minecraft asks you for a code to finish signing in through the Aka MS RemoteConnect page. In that case, open the Https://aka.ms/remoteconnect URL on a different device from the one you are playing Minecraft on.

Enter the code shown on the Minecraft screen when prompted, then select “Next” and sign in. Your console should then connect to that Microsoft account automatically.

Conclusion

To fix the https://aka.ms/remoteconnect error, sign out and back in to your Microsoft account, and reinstall Minecraft if that does not work. As a last resort, you can delete corrupted Minecraft saved data, which permanently removes those worlds.

Signing in to a Microsoft Account links it to your current “Playstation Network” account (or Nintendo Switch, Xbox). According to answers on Microsoft’s support forum, a PlayStation Network account can be linked to only one Microsoft account at a time, and the link cannot be removed from the Microsoft side.

If you already use a Microsoft Account for Minecraft on another device, use that same account. Each “PlayStation Network” account can be linked to one Microsoft Account, so please choose your Microsoft Account carefully.

How Does the aka.ms/remoteconnect Sign-In Work, Step by Step?

The aka.ms/remoteconnect sign-in links a console to a Microsoft account by using a second device for the password. Minecraft’s official sign-in guide describes these steps for PlayStation and Nintendo Switch:

1. Open Minecraft and select Settings.
2. Select Profile, then “Sign out of your Microsoft Account” if another account is signed in.
3. Select “Sign in for free!” Minecraft shows a short code of letters and numbers.
4. On a phone, tablet or computer, open aka.ms/remoteconnect.
5. Type the code exactly as shown, then sign in with your Microsoft account details.
6. Return to the console, where Minecraft finishes signing in.

If the code is not accepted, go back in Minecraft and request a new code rather than retyping the old one.

Which Platforms Use aka.ms/remoteconnect?

Cross-play is a feature of Minecraft Bedrock Edition. According to Wikipedia’s history of the game, the Better Together Update of 20 September 2017 unified the Windows 10, Xbox One and Pocket editions into Bedrock Edition, and PlayStation 4 received Bedrock Edition in December 2019. A native PlayStation 5 version followed on 22 October 2024 and an Xbox Series X/S version on 17 June 2025. Minecraft: Java Edition runs on Windows, Mac and Linux and is a separate version, although Minecraft says Java and Bedrock are now bundled together.

Common aka.ms/remoteconnect Problems and Fixes

A stable connection helps every step. If your console drops out during sign-in, the guide to Wi-Fi versus Ethernet speeds explains when a cable is the better option.

Is aka.ms/remoteconnect Safe?

The real aka.ms/remoteconnect link is safe: as of October 2026 the address redirects to Microsoft’s sign-in service at login.live.com. Many unofficial pages copy the phrase “aka.ms remoteconnect” in their titles, so type the address yourself instead of following a search result, and only enter your password on a Microsoft sign-in page.

Minecraft’s guide says a new Microsoft account password needs at least eight characters and at least two of the following: uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and symbols. For a stronger choice, see how to create a strong password, and if you reuse passwords, check whether your passwords have been compromised.

Signing In a Child’s Minecraft Account

Minecraft suggests a child account for younger players. According to its guide, a child account is for players under 16 in the US and EU (under 19 in South Korea) and lets an adult change settings such as allowing or blocking multiplayer. A child account cannot exist without an adult Microsoft account tied to it, so setting up Minecraft for a child needs at least two accounts, created through a Microsoft family group.

For background on why the game draws so many players across devices, read how Minecraft changed the rules of gaming.

Written byAnkita Neogi

Ankita Neogi has published 791 articles on Justwebworld since 2020, mostly covering Food, Mind and People.

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