Error Code 24 on Disney Plus: 3 Ways to Fix It
Troubled with the error code 24 on Disney+? Here's what you can do
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Key notes
- Disney Plus is a popular OTT (Over The Top) channel worldwide. However, it's prone to sudden errors, disrupting streaming content.
- One such issue is the error code 24 that pops up when playing videos on Disney Plus. This mainly occurs due to server downtime and outages.
- However, the error may also show up due to issues with the internet connection speed and bandwidth or a glitch with the device or the router.
Sometimes, while trying to play content on Disney Plus, you may encounter an issue connecting to your account and see error code 24. The error message reads, Sorry, we are having trouble connecting to your account. Please re-enter your account information and try again. If the problem persists, visit the Disney+ Help Center (Error Code 24).
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What is the error code 24 on Disney Plus?
Disney Plus error code 24 is a temporary bug in the app triggered by internet connection issues. This prevents you from signing into your Disney Plus account.
Another prevalent cause behind the error is when there is a problem with the Disney Plus servers, which may also bring up error code 1026.
Lack of bandwidth or issues with TCP/IP is another reason you may encounter error code 24 while playing video on Disney Plus.
How do I fix the error code 24 Disney Plus?
Try some of the preliminary checks to rule out any significant issues:
- Reload the Video.
- Place your router as close as possible to your streaming device.
- Check the server status on websites like DownDetector or DisforDisney.
- Sometimes, the error code 24 on Disney Plus may show up due to a glitch with the router. In such cases, you can restart your router and check if it helps fix the issue.
- You must check the internet connection speed using a speed tester, to ensure it can run the Disney Plus app. While for stable streaming, you would need a minimum of 5 Mbps, for 4K videos, you will require at least 25 Mbps.
If the above steps fail to fix the error on Disney Plus, we have a few proven methods to get rid of the issue.
1. Log out and log back into Disney Plus
- Launch Disney Plus on your browser, and log in to your account.
- Next, go to your Profile and select Account.
- Next, under Account, click on Log out of all devices.
Now that you have successfully logged out, you can launch your Disney Plus app again and log back in. You should not encounter the error code 24 again. This also helps with the Disney Plus Error code 14.
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2. Restart the device
2.1 Android mobile phone
- Close the Disney Plus app. Now, press the Power button for a few seconds until you see the Restart option.
- Tap on Restart, and when your phone boots up, launch the app.
- Now, try playing the video and check if the error appears.
You have successfully restarted your Android phone, and you should not encounter the error code 24 on Disney Plus again.
2.2 Android TV
- Exit the app. On the Android TV dashboard, click on Home, and hit Settings.
- Next, click on More Settings in the menu.
- Here, under General Settings, click on Device Preferences.
- On the next screen, click on About.
- Now, in the About menu, click on Restart.
The Disney Plus app should now play your favorite content without any error codes on your Android TV.
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2.3 Apple TV
- Exit the Disney Plus app on Apple TV, and click on Settings.
- Next, click on System in the menu.
- Here, click on Restart.
Your Apple TV should now play content on the app without showing the error code 24.
2.4 iOS device
- Close the Disney + app, and press the volume button to get the Power option.
- Next, slide the option that says, slide to power off.
- Now, turn the phone on to check if you can access Disney Plus.
You should not encounter the error code 24 on Disney Plus on your iOS device again.
2.5 Windows device
- Exit the app on your Windows device.
- Now, click on the Start button.
- Now, click on the Power button and press the Restart option.
Once your Windows device reboots, open the app and check if you still see the error code 24 as you try to open a video.
3. Reinstall the Disney Plus app
- On your Android device, click on Settings.
- In the Settings menu, click on Apps.
- From the list of apps, click on Disney+, and then press Force Stop.
- Next, press OK to confirm the action.
- Now, go back to the app menu, click on Clear Cache, and press OK again to confirm the action.
- Again, in the menu, click on Clear Data, and click on OK to confirm.
- Return to the app menu, and click on Uninstall.
- Press OK to confirm the uninstallation of the app.
Once done, reboot your device and download and install the Disney+ app. Now, you can play the content without any errors.
Reinstalling the Disney Plus app is a common solution to many other issues related to the app, including error code 73.
Alternatively, you can select a Wi-Fi extender from our recommendations and use it to view your content and eliminate the error code 24 on Disney Plus.
If none of the above methods work, you can contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to check for any Internet outage. They may have set data caps, causing streaming issues like the no valid bitrates error.
For any other queries related to Disney Plus or errors on OTT platforms, do let us know in the comments section below.
