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How to Fix Twitch Error #2000

How to Fix Twitch Error #2000

Twitch users often encounter a network Error #2000, which prevents them from watching Twitch streams. This error is often caused by a bad or insecure network connection or intrusive browser extensions. In this article, we will address this error and provide multiple ways to rectify it.

Twitch Error 2000

There was a network error. Please try again (error #2000)

What Causes Twitch Error #2000?

A bad network connection. If the network you’re connected to is unstable or not secure, you may start experiencing this error. Furthermore, a VPN connection can also trigger this error.

Adblock and other extension interference. In some cases, ad-blocking extensions may trigger Error #2000. As Twitch contains ads on the platform to generate revenue, it prevents using adblockers by denying access to streams. Nevertheless, other browser extensions may also interfere with Twitch’s services and trigger the error. Therefore, try disabling all of your extensions, starting with adblockers, and check if that resolves the issue.

Corrupted browser cookies and cache. The cookies and cache stored on your browser may become corrupted and then interfere with and slow down or prevent the connection to Twitch. Clearing your browser’s cookies and cache may resolve the issue. You can also try opening Twitch in incognito or private browsing mode, as it doesn’t save cookies or cache.

Interference from third-party anti-virus programs. Some anti-virus programs are known to interfere with Twitch and result in Error #2000. Disable your third-party anti-virus program and check if that fixes the issue.

Video Tutorial on How to Fix Twitch Error #2000

Table of Contents:

Method 1. Disable Adblockers and Other Extensions

Browser extensions, particularly adblockers and VPNs, are known to interfere with Twitch and trigger Error #2000. Below are instructions on how to turn off an extension in Chrome, Firefox, and Edge browsers.

Disable Adblock Extensions on Google Chrome

Click the menu button, select Extensions, and click Manage Extensions

1. Open Chrome. Click the menu button, select Extensions, and click Manage Extensions.

Toggle off an adblock extension

2. Toggle off the slider next to an adblock extension to disable it.

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Disable Adblock Extensions on Firefox

Click the menu button and click Add-ons and themes

1. Open Firefox. Click the menu button and click Add-ons and themes.

Select the Extensions panel

2. Select Extensions on the left.

Toggle off an adblock extension

3. Toggle off the slider next to an adblock extension to disable it.

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Disable Adblock Extensions on Microsoft Edge

Click the menu button and click Extensions

1. Open Edge. Click the menu button and click Extensions.

Select Manage extensions

2. Click Manage extensions.

Toggle off an adblock extension

3. Toggle off the slider next to an adblock extension to disable it.

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Method 2. Clear Web Browser Cookies and Cache

Your browser stores cached files and cookies to improve loading times and save site settings. However, if the cache or cookies become corrupted, they may hinder the connection to Twitch and cause Error #2000.

Clear Cookies and Cache in Google Chrome

Click the menu button and click Delete browsing data

1. Open Chrome. Click the menu button and click Delete browsing data.

Select the Advanced tab and open the Time range menu and select All time

2. Select the Advanced tab.

3. Open the Time range menu and select All time.

Ensure that the Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files checkboxes are marked

4. Ensure that the Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files checkboxes are marked.

5. Click Delete data.

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Clear Cookies and Cache in Firefox

Click the menu button and click Settings

1. Open Firefox. Click the menu button and click Settings.

Select the Privacy & Security panel

2. Select the Privacy & Security panel.

Click Clear Data

3. Scroll down and click Clear Data.

Open the When menu and select Everything

4. Open the When drop-down menu and select Everything.

Ensure that the History, Cookies and site data, Temporary cached files and pages, and Site settings checkboxes are marked and click Clear

5. Ensure that the History, Cookies and site data, Temporary cached files and pages, and Site settings checkboxes are marked.

6. Click Clear.

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Clear Cookies and Cache in Microsoft Edge

Click the menu button and click Settings

1. Open Edge. Click the menu button and click Settings.

Select the Privacy, search, and services panel.

2. Select the Privacy, search, and services panel.

Click Choose what to clear

3. Scroll down and click Choose what to clear.

Open the Time range menu and select All time

4. Open the Time range menu and select All time.

Ensure that the Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files checkboxes are marked and click Clear now

5. Ensure that the Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files checkboxes are marked.

6. Click Clear now.

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Rimvydas Iliavicius

Rimvydas is a researcher with over four years of experience in the cybersecurity industry. He attended Kaunas University of Technology and graduated with a Master's degree in Translation and Localization of Technical texts. His interests in computers and technology led him to become a versatile author in the IT industry. At PCrisk, he's responsible for writing in-depth how-to articles for Microsoft Windows. Contact Rimvydas Iliavicius.

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