How To Go AFK Anywhere In GTA V Online Without Getting Kicked

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Let’s face it — managing businesses in GTA V Online can feel like a full-time job. Whether it is your Bunker or Nightclub, these businesses take hours to produce the stock that makes you money. For example, a fully-upgraded Bunker needs 12 hours to fill up, while the Nightclub takes even longer — between 20–66 hours. But who has the time to sit and play for 12–20 hours a day? Life gets in the way, and no one wants to burn out by being glued to the game for that long.

Thankfully, you can go AFK (Away From Keyboard) in the game and let your businesses make money while you do other things in real life. In this guide, I will show you three simple and effective methods to go AFK in GTA V Online without getting kicked from the game. Let us dive in!

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1. The Casino Horse Race Method

One of the easiest ways to stay AFK is by visiting the Diamond Casino and placing a bet at the Inside Track. All you need to do is bet on any horse, and you can leave the game running without being kicked for inactivity. As long as you don’t lose your internet connection or power, you can stay in the game for as long as you want.

Downside: Rockstar has gambling protection in place. If you stay too long in the casino, it may trigger a two-week ban from using casino features. This makes the method risky if you rely on the casino to make money.

2. The Blue Circle Method

This method involves using properties with multiple garages or apartments, such as your CEO office or Del Pierro apartments. Walk into the blue circle inside your property, and when prompted to choose a garage or apartment, turn off your controller. Your character will remain idle in the game, which allows your businesses to continue making money.

Downside: This method can sometimes fail, and you won’t realize it until you turn your controller back on.

3. The D-Pad Method (Best Option)

The most reliable AFK method is the D-Pad method. Here’s how it works:

• While standing or sitting anywhere (except Los Santos Customs), press right on your D-Pad to open your in-game phone.
• Go to the browser and press X.
• Navigate to any website using the touchpad and press X again.
• Once the site loads, press Triangle to close the page.

That’s all! Your character will remain idle in the game, letting your businesses continue running while you step away.

Common Mistakes to Avoid While AFK IN GTA V Online

While going AFK is helpful, there are a few common mistakes you should avoid to maximize your earnings and stay in the game:

• AFK in public sessions: Public sessions can be chaotic, and toxic players may kill you or raid your businesses. Always choose invite-only or crew sessions to avoid unnecessary trouble.
• AFK as CEO or MC President: If you go AFK while registered as a CEO or MC President, your businesses can get raided, and you could lose all your stock. Avoid staying AFK in this mode to prevent losses.
• Using rubber bands on controllers: Some players use rubber bands to hold down buttons, but this wears out your controller quickly. The methods above don’t require rubber bands, making them much safer for your gear.

Final Tips for Successful AFK

Before you go AFK, ensure everything in your businesses is set up to run smoothly. Here are some quick tips:

• Enter an invite-only or crew-only session to prevent getting kicked by other players or disconnects.
• Buy all the supplies for your Bunker, Acid Lab, or MC businesses so they can produce while you are AFK.
• Maximize nightclub popularity by alternating DJs to keep your nightclub at 100% popularity.
• Get your warehouse associates to gather crates for your CEO cargo warehouse for $7,500 each.

Using these methods and avoiding common mistakes lets your businesses run passively and make tons of money in GTA V Online while going about your daily life. Now you can go AFK without worrying about getting kicked, letting you rake in profits without the grind!

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