How to fix the “VALORANT PMID Temporarily Disabled” error
There are quite a few VALORANT errors that you may encounter and they all have one thing in common: they are frustrating. Many VALORANT players see the "PMID Temporarily Disabled" error and worry that something is wrong with their game. However, this error is not a big issue. It only affects the in-game store and payment system. What about those who wnat to use the in-game store? In this piece, we explain the causes and fixes for the “VALORANT PMID Temporarily Disabled” error!
Why do you encounter the “VALORANT PMID Temporarily Disabled” error?
This error shows up when a payment method is turned off in VALORANT. Riot Games does this to prevent payment issues or fraud. It helps keep player accounts safe. It also protects the game’s payment systems from bigger failures. You may encounter this error in different forms, for example region-specific problems, etc., but in the end, the issue remains the same.
Here are the most common reasons:
- Payment Provider Downtime: Riot uses outside companies to process payments. If those services are down, Riot disables the option for a while.
- Riot System Error: Sometimes, the payment system in Riot’s servers has a bug or glitch. This can also cause the error.
- Security Reasons: If Riot detects strange or risky activity, it can turn off a payment method to protect users.
- Scheduled Updates: Riot might update the payment systems or make changes. During this time, they may pause payment services.
- Regional Restrictions: The error might only affect players in certain countries. Riot may block one method in one region but keep it open in others.
The error stops you from making purchases through specific methods. But your current VP and RP still work. And you can still play all game modes.
How to fix the “VALORANT PMID Temporarily Disabled” error
Unfortunately, you cannot fix this error directly because the problem is on Riot’s side. However, you can still try a few steps to work around it or check if it gets resolved. Here are a couple of steps you can follow to fix the issue:
1. Wait and Try Again Later
The first thing you can do is wait for an official fix from Riot’s side.
- Riot usually fixes this issue fast.
- Most errors last only a few hours or a day.
- Check the store again later to see if the error is gone.
2. Use Another Payment Method
- If you are trying to buy VALORANT points, try a different method. Follow these steps:
- Try a different way to buy VP or RP.
- You can use: Credit or debit cards, PayPal, Riot prepaid gift cards
- Some methods still work even if one is disabled.
3. Check Riot’s Service Status Page
See if Riot Games has shared information about the issue by following the steps:
- Go to the official VALORANT Service Status page.
- Look for any notice about payment errors.
- The page may show updates for your region.
4. Contact Riot Support
- If the problem does not go away after some time, contact Riot’s support team.
- Visit support-valorant.riotgames.com.
- Create a ticket and explain your issue.
- Give details like the payment method you used and your region.
5. Check for Local Issues
- Make sure your VPN or proxy is turned off.
- Some services block payments from VPN connections.
- Contact your bank or payment provider to check if there is a block on your account.
- Confirm that your payment method works for online purchases in your country.
Honestly, the “PMID Temporarily Disabled” error in VALORANT is not very serious. It only affects payments, and fortunately, not gameplay. Riot turns off some payment methods to fix bugs, prevent failed transactions, or protect users. The issue is usually temporary.
If you see this message, you can wait for it to disappear. You can also try another way to pay. Check Riot’s status page for updates, or contact their support team if it lasts too long. The game still works, and you can continue playing without problems.
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