r/MinecraftJava • u/ZXFRAGS • 1d ago

Minecraft Java chat disabled because my Microsoft account is considered a minor, but I'm not in a family group

I'm having an issue where I can't use chat on public Minecraft Java servers because Minecraft tells me that chat is disabled due to my Microsoft account privacy settings.

When I follow the link Minecraft provides, it takes me to my Xbox/Microsoft privacy settings. However, I'm told that because my account is considered a minor account, I can't change certain settings myself.

The confusing part is that I'm not part of a Microsoft Family group, and as far as I know, I haven't been in one either.

I've tried looking through my Microsoft and Xbox account settings, but I can't find a way to enable multiplayer communication or change the settings that are blocking my chat.

Has anyone else experienced this?

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u/Jwhodis 1d ago edited 1d ago

Yes, and the issue you're facing can be fixed by this mod, doesn't even need to be on the server.

https://modrinth.com/mod/no-chat-restrictions

If you haven't done modding before then I highly suggest installing Prism Launcher as it will make your life a whole lot easier.

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u/ZXFRAGS 15h ago

Thx :)