: Users often create an "Outbound Rule" in Windows Defender Firewall to block UPC.exe or uplay_webcore.exe from accessing the internet. This stops the launcher from trying to sync cloud saves or verify licenses online, often triggering an automatic "Launch Offline" option.
: If you are blocked from logging in, it is often a temporary security lock due to failed attempts. Waiting 20-60 minutes without trying again usually lifts these bans. Steam Activation Errors bypass ubisoft connect
If you don't have an internet connection, you can try the following workaround: : Users often create an "Outbound Rule" in