One issue that players are experiencing is the “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” error in League of Legends. League is a highly popular game, but its client can sometimes be difficult to navigate due to bugs and errors.
These errors can range from minor issues that require a restart to major technical problems that can persist on your account for weeks. The “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” error in League falls into the latter category.
If you’re struggling with this error and need a fix, here’s what you need to know.
How to Fix the “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” Error in League
The “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” error usually occurs when the user is on a different patch than the live servers, preventing access to the League servers. This is often caused by an internet service provider limiting downloads, which hinders game updates.
Here are five possible solutions to fix the error:
1. Check for Riot outages
This error could be caused by a service outage on Riot Games’ end. Visit their official League service status page to check if this is the source of the “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” error.
2. Restart your router and modem
Restarting your router and modem can clear their cache and potentially allow you to update your League version and access the game.
3. Check Windows Firewall
Your computer’s firewall may be blocking League, preventing game updates and causing the “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” error.
To fix this, follow these steps:
- Go to “System and Security” in the Control Panel and click on “Windows Defender Firewall” settings.
- Click “Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.”
- Find “LoL Launcher” and ensure that both “Private” and “Public” tickboxes are checked.
4. Change DNS server settings
To change DNS server settings on Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Go to the Control Panel on your PC.
- Click on “Network and Internet,” then “Network and Sharing Center,” and finally “Change Adapter Settings.”
- Right-click on your internet connection (Ethernet or Wifi) and select “Properties.”
- Double-click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
- Click on “Use the following DNS server address.”
- In the “Preferred DNS server” field, enter 8.8.8.8, and in the “Alternate DNS server” field, enter 8.8.4.4.
- Check the “Validate settings upon exit” box and save the changes.
Following these steps will allow you to change your DNS server address, which can resolve the “Failed to Receive Platform SIPT” error in the League client.
5. Try a VPN
If all else fails, you can try using a VPN when opening League of Legends. This changes your server location and may solve the issue.
