Server Version#: 1.41.3.9314 Player Version#: 20.35.0.2461 So, if my Verizon Android cell phone is on the local network, Plex works. If it’s on somebody else’s Wi-Fi, Plex works. If I’m on the Verizon 5G Cell network, Plex can’t connect. This is one of those “it used to work just fine” things. …

Good luck getting any help in this section of the forum it’s like a ghost town. I mean plex app should just work. What happens if you turn on VPN, you can use iCloud Relay or Google VPN just to test. Maybe it’s your cell service doing something strange.

[image] OG-StuartKicks: Good luck getting any help in this section of the forum it’s like a ghost town. Those who are around provide assistance when we see a thread, but sometimes stuff slips thru. @sggirbekim have you seen https://support.plex.tv/articles/200931138-troubleshooting-remote-ac…

As a test, try putting the phone on the mobile network (disable Wi-Fi), then reboot the phone. After it is back online (mobile only), try the Plex app. Also try using the web browser on the phone, https://app.plex.tv/desktop/ . Plex Web is not formatted for mobile screens, but it will help test co…

@OG-StuartKicks So, I don’t think it’s a Plex remote configuration issue, or a firewall issue, or an ISP issue because of I go over to the library and get on their Wi-Fi, I can browse Plex just fine. I only have issues when trying to use Plex while on the cell network.

Dumb question, but have you given Plex access to cellular data? (disabling that may cause what you are describing)

So, I’m not aware of that sort of setting in Android. I’m in a Pixel 9. I checked the data saver settings and that isn’t active.

Have you tried with your Google VPN enabled? If it works with VPN then your cell service is doing something weird.

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OG-StuartKicks January 25, 2025, 5:44pm 5

I appreciate that, sorry mood not been great today.

Fancy checking this one out?

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