ERR CONNECTION TIMED OUT

Some users while using the Google Chrome browser have been experiencing an issue where a website fails to open up. Upon trying to access a website, the **ERR\_CONNECTION\_TIMED\_OUT** error code is shown along with the message “**This site can’t be reached**“. This issue can, at times, be specific to only certain websites while in other cases, it may be widespread. The problem in question can sometimes occur due to your local network settings which can include the DNS server or LAN configuration. In this article, we are going to show you how to resolve the problem in question so just follow through.

## What’s causing the ERR\_CONNECTION\_TIMED\_OUT error?

As it turns out, the reason that you are stumbling upon the error code mentioned above is due to your request not reaching the target server and timing out. In some cases, this behaviour can be triggered by the third-party add-ons that are installed on your browser as well. Before we begin with the different methods available, let us go through the various causes of the issue in more detail first so that you can establish a better understanding of the problem.

* **LAN Settings —** One of the reasons that the problem may occur is due to your local area network settings. This can happen when your network is set to automatically configure itself.
* **DNS Server —** Another reason that the error code can arise is due to the DNS server that you are using. In some cases, the DNS server may be running into some issues due to which it isn’t able to resolve your request and so your request never reaches the target server.
* **Browser extensions —** The extensions that are installed on your browser can also conjure up the error code. Such occurrences are pretty common and can happen every now and then due to a problematic add-on.
* **Windows Cryptographic Service —** The Cryptographic service provides three important management services. When the service is not allowed to interact with the desktop, the issue can sometimes arise.

## Solutions

### Solution 1: Disable Firewall and Antivirus Software Temporarily

* Go to the **Start Menu**
* Go to the **Control Panel**
* Click on ‘**Windows Firewall**‘ there
* Click on ‘**Turn Windows Firewall on or off**‘ feature there
* Tick on “**Turn off Windows Firewall (not recommended)**” there
* Now, Click on ‘**OK**‘ button there
* That’s it, Done By turning off or disabling the windows firewall settings, it can fix this Error this Webpage is not Available ERR\_CONNECTION\_TIMED\_OUT Windows 10 PC problem.

### Solution 2: Clear Your DNS Cache

As somewhat of an extension to an earlier troubleshooting step, your next task will be to clear your DNS cache. Although most people are aware that their browser creates a cache, not as many know that their operating system does the same thing.

For example, your DNS cache contains all of the temporary entries for pages you’ve accessed with your browser. These entries store key information related to the domain names and addresses of the pages you’ve visited.

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The purpose of this feature is similar to that of other types of caches. It accelerates the loading process, as it eliminates the need to contact a site’s DNS server repeatedly. This will save you time in the long run. However, you may occasionally see some short-term issues.

If a stored entry no longer matches the current version of the website it refers to, technical errors like the ERR\_CONNECTION\_REFUSED message are not unusual. Fortunately, clearing your DNS cache is a quick and easy solution.

Again, how you’ll do this will depend on your operating system.

#### Windows

Launch the start menu by pressing the Windows key and search for “CMD.” This should return the command prompt.

In the command prompt run the following commands:

```
ipconfig /flushdns
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
netsh winsock reset

```

You will then see a confirmation that it has successfully flushed the DNS resolver cache.

For the purposes of this article, we’ll talk you through the process when you’re using a Mac – although you’ll be able to find numerous helpful resources online if you’re a Windows fan.

#### Mac

On a Mac, you’ll need to do the following:

Click “Go” up in the toolbar and then “Utilities.” (Shift-Command-U)

Open the Terminal.

Run the following command. You will need administrator access to do this.

```
sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder && echo macOS DNS Cache Reset

```

When you’ve done that, try accessing the problem site again. Hopefully, if you’ve followed all of our advice, it should be working by now. If not, your DNS may require some more attention.

### Solution 3: Change Proxy Settings

Check your proxy settings or contact your network administrator to make sure the proxy server is working. If you don't believe you should be using a proxy server, then

* Go to the **Google Chrome** menu
* Click on the **Settings** tab there
* Click on the ‘**Show Advanced Settings**‘ option there
* Click on the “**Change Proxy Settings**” tab there
* Now, go to the “**LAN settings**” and **deselect** the ” **Use a Proxy server for your LAN** “
* After deselecting, close the tab there
* That’s it, done

By checking your proxy settings, you can easily get rid out of this webpage is not available ERR\_CONNECTION\_TIMED\_OUT Chrome problem from your browser.

## See also

* ERR CONNECTION REFUSED
* ERR CONNECTION RESET
* ERR CONNECTION CLOSED
* ERR CONNECTION ABORTED