How to Fix Error 213 in Escape from Tarkov – Error Connecting to Auth Server

Historically, Escape from Tarkov has had server issues with every wipe, causing the Error 213 error to happen in the launcher.

When you try to log in, you’ll get the inescapable “Error 213” code, and here are a few fixes that could help solve the problem.

Error 213 Fix in Escape from Tarkov

With everyone trying to log in at the same time for a wipe or launch, the servers become overloaded, and only a few people can get in.

The “auth server” verifies the identity of the users who are trying to reach the game’s system or network. So, when you encounter “Error 213,” you are encountering it while trying to log in to the game’s server.

In these situations, the authentication server is most likely overloaded. You can try logging in multiple times, and it may work once you get through the bottlenecked servers or the servers are fixed (if they were broken).

But, before you try spamming those login attempts, try these solutions first:

• Go to Escape from Tarkov’s website and download the latest launcher. Install the launcher and try logging in.
• Try restarting your modem or router.
• Disable any VPN when attempting to log in.
• Run the launcher as “administrator.”

Note: These methods aren’t guaranteed fixes, but trying them could still potentially fix the problem.

As someone who has consistently played on wipe or launch day since 2019, Escape from Tarkov always has server issues. Since the game benefits those who progress early, players want to get ahead of the curve and are incentivized to play as soon as the servers go live. This places a significant strain on the servers, which is likely causing Error 213.

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