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A strange and frustrating issue has been affecting many users recently — Character AI not working properly, especially when trying to access it via a PC browser or the mobile app. The most common message being displayed is:
“Sorry, you’re not eligible to use our services.”
This error is confusing, especially because for some users, Character AI works fine on a phone or from another email account, but fails to load on desktop or one specific browser. Here’s what we know so far, and how you might be able to fix it.
Many users have reported the following:
This issue has led to users getting locked out, losing editing capabilities, and thinking they’ve been shadowbanned or blocked.
Here are solutions that have worked for several users:
Some people fixed the issue by opening Character AI in incognito mode. This bypasses any problematic cookies or cached data.
If Character AI doesn’t work in Chrome, try using Opera, Firefox, Brave, or Safari. For some, this simple switch made the site accessible again.
On the browser where the issue occurs:
If it’s not working on PC, check if it loads on your phone. You may also try logging in from a tablet, different phone, or a new browser installation.
Some users had success by:
Once reinstalled, login worked as expected for many.
Sometimes, the issue is server-side. Traffic on the site can affect how quickly chats load or if login attempts succeed. In some cases, less popular characters or bots load fine, while others remain stuck.
The “Character AI not working” error with the message “sorry, you’re not eligible to use our services” seems to be a mix of browser issues, temporary bans, age verification bugs, and app-side problems. If you can log in from one browser or device, your account is likely not banned, just being restricted due to a glitch or setting.
If the issue persists, consider contacting Character AI support or leaving feedback through their official channels. Hopefully, the bug will be addressed in an upcoming update.