How to fix Fetching Online Profile in Warzone and MW3

Harrison Thomas

Harrison Thomas

Where’s my profile Activision?

The infamous Fetching Online Profile error is an absolute pain for Warzone and MW3 gamers. It’s likely impacted every COD player across the globe, and we’ve got the fix for you.

Be warned, this will take a small amount of effort. Prepare to tinker with some things and go through socials. But, with some luck, it’ll all be over soon.

What is the Fetching Online Profile error in Warzone and MW3

(Image via Sledgehammer Games)
(Image via Sledgehammer Games)

The Fetching Online Profile error typically means you won’t be able to access MW3 or Warzone. Upon booting up your respective COD title, this particular prompt will appear and never go away.

This occurs quite frequently for COD gamers who love to spend their hours online. Fear not, there are ways to fix it. But, there is a possibility it can’t be fixed at all.

How to fix the Fetching Online Profile error in Warzone and MW3

(Image via Sledgehammer Games)
(Image via Sledgehammer Games)

There are a few ways to fix the Fetching Online Profile error in Warzone and MW3. If you believe the issue is on your side, you can try the following:

Restart your game/PC/Router

This method has been used for eons and will continue to be until the end of time. But, if you think this is a connection issue on your side, restarting all of the aforementioned devices will help.

If you’re lucky, the Fetching Online Profile error in Warzone and MW3 will be gone and you can start bottom-fragging once again. Changing DNS is also a viable solution.

Check for an update 

To do this, you can simply go through the Steam or Battle.net client and check if there are any pending updates. Titles like MW3 and Warzone have updates regularly and can be the main reason you’re not connecting. If you're a console gamer, you can also do so by going through MW3 or Warzone's options before starting the application.

Check Call of Duty social media

Sometimes things go wrong on your side, and other times it’s the developer's fault. Massive updates that let loose a few bugs and glitches can break the game entirely. So, checking if there are any active issues plaguing MW3 or Warzone is the next best option. Big issues that keep players from gaming, will appear on their social media.

Here’s where you need to check:

Once you’ve tried these methods, you’re mostly out of options. There isn’t much you can do beyond fixing your internet connection. If it’s the developer's fault, there’s even less you can do. Hopefully, you’ve found the solution you’re looking for. 

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