How can I troubleshoot a Tarkov backend error 502 on my end?

To troubleshoot a Tarkov backend error 502 on your end, try these steps: 1. **Restart the Game and Launcher:** Close Escape from Tarkov and the Battlestate Games launcher completely and relaunch them. 2. **Restart Your Router/Modem:** Power cycle your network equipment to clear any temporary glitches. 3. **Check Your Internet Connection:** Ensure your internet is stable and running at expected speeds. 4. **Temporarily Disable Firewall/Antivirus:** As a test, briefly disable your firewall and antivirus software to see if they are blocking the connection. Remember to re-enable them afterward. 5. **Try a Different Server Region:** If available in the launcher, switch to a different server region to see if the issue is region-specific.