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    Error 0x80BD0004 occurs when you access family information on Xbox One

    You see the following error message when you try to access your family information or settings on your Xbox One:

    • 0x80BD0004
    • DESC_FAMILYUSER_ERROR

    This may mean that your Xbox One console could not connect to the Xbox Live server.

    Solutions

    In most cases, this issue should be a transient connection error. Try changing your settings a little later.

    If the problem persists, try the following solutions in order. After each solution, try accessing the information again. If you’re still unable to access it, try the next solution.

    Solution 1: Sign out and back in to your account

    1. To return to the Home screen, press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select Home.
    1. Highlight your gamerpic in the upper-left corner.
    1. Select your account, press the A button  on your controller, and then select Sign Out.
    1. After you’ve signed out of your account, press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
    2. Select Sign in.
    3. Scroll down and select the account you want to sign in to.

    Solution 2: Restart your network device

    Follow the directions for restarting given to you by your router or modem’s manufacturer.

    Step 3: Test your connection to Xbox Live

    1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
    2. Select Settings.
    3. Select All Settings.
    4. Select Network.
    5. Select Network settings.
    6. Under Troubleshooting, select Detailed network statistics.

    If you’re seeing more than 5 percent packet loss, you may want to troubleshoot your connection using the Xbox One Slow Performance Solution.

    Related Issues

    Xbox One Sign-in Solution
    Add a new member to your family on a Windows 10 device
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