Why Does UDP Often Disconnect Itself? 🌐

Published: August 24, 2024

Have you ever noticed that when using UDP for certain connections, it may suddenly disconnect after a few minutes? This issue is more common than you might think and is usually caused by limitations imposed by your network provider or ISP.

Understanding UDP Packet Limits

Some network providers or ISPs set limits on the number of UDP packets that can be sent or received within a single data session. This limit can vary depending on the network, but once you hit it, you won't be able to send or receive any more packets until the limit resets.

When this happens, the app will automatically disconnect. Since different networks have different limits, the time it takes for the counter to reset also varies. You might experience disconnections more frequently on networks with stricter packet limits.

How to Reset the Counter

If you find yourself disconnected due to this issue, there are a couple of ways to reset the counter:

• Toggle Airplane Mode: Switching your device’s airplane mode on and off can often reset the packet counter, allowing you to reconnect immediately.
• Wait for the Counter to Reset Automatically: The exact time for the counter to reset varies between networks, you can wait for the reset to happen automatically.

Once the counter resets, the app will be able to reconnect without any issues.