I'm having issues launching VRChat due to an issue with Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC)

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If you’re experiencing issues launching VRChat because of issues with EAC, we’ve got a couple of troubleshooting steps for you to try.

Troubleshooting Steps

If you’re still having issues, here are a few things you can try:

  1. Follow the instructions located here to completely reinstall VRChat

  2. Verify your EAC installation using the steps listed here

  3. Update your EAC installation using the steps listed here

  4. Reinstall your EAC installation using the steps listed here

  5. Check to make sure your anti-virus is compatible with EAC by referring to the Compatibility Guide listed here and that any firewalls you may have enabled aren't blocking Easy Anti-Cheat

  6. Make sure you’re running on the latest driver updates available for your GPU

  7. Make sure you’ve installed all Windows Updates available for your system

Once you’ve completed the above steps, restart your computer entirely, and then try running VRChat again. If issues continue, send in a support ticket with a screenshot of any error messages that appear or include a quick recording of the experience.