Try Basic Fixes
- Reinstall Chrome: When a browser is uninstalled, extensions or settings are removed. If the issue is caused by any of those, reinstallation fixes it.
- Make sure the internet is working: Sometimes, the primary cause of this is that the internet is not working or is extremely slow. Check if it’s working on other devices or because your ISP is at fault.
- Try another browser: If Chrome is at fault, the issue will be with Chrome only. Try another browser, such as Edge or Safari, and if it works on it, then it’s Chrome, which you need to fix.
Fix 1. Clear Chrome Cache, History, and Cookies
Sometimes, because of local outdated files, especially cache, and cookies, the sites are not reachable, resulting in unexpected errors. It’s wise to clear it for that particular website and check again.
Step 1: Open Google Chrome and tap on the three-dot menu at the top.
Step 2: Go to Privacy & security > Delete Browsing data.
Step 3: Here, you can delete Cached Images, Cookies, Download history, passwords, etc, from all times or the past few hours. Once selected, click on Delete data.
Step 4: Then, relaunch your Google Chrome browser and visit the webpage to see if the problem is fixed.
Fix 2. Reset Chrome Settings
Step 1: Launch Chrome and open Settings.
Step 2: Scroll down Reset settings and click on Restore settings to their original defaults.
Step 3: This will open a window warning that all Chrome settings will be reset. Select Reset settings to continue.
Fix 3. Change Your IPv4 DNS Address
Step 1: Open Windows Settings (Win + I) and navigate to Network and the Internet.
Step 2: Click on the Advaned network settings to view the list of all network adaptors. Expand the one with which you have issues.
Step 3: Click on View additional properties > the Edit button next to the DNS server assignment.
Step 4: Click Edit > switch to Manual from Automatic (DHCP) in the Edit DNS settings pop-up window.
Step 5: Enable IPv4 > enter these Google public DNS server addresses: 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 in Preferred DNS and Alternative DNS.
Step 6: Save the changes, and the issue should be resolved.
Fix 4. Restart the DNS Client Service
DNS is the primary gateway to connect to anything on the internet. Windows uses DNS Client Service to manage it. When restarted, it can quickly fix temporary issues.
Step 1: Open the Run prompt using the Windows + R key shortcut.
Step 2: Type services.msc in it. Press Enter.
Step 3: Click the DNS Client > right-click and select Restart.
Fix 5. Use VPN
If you only can’t browse some specific websites, these websites are probably blocked by your current network or region. If this is the case, you can use a VPN.
VPN (Virtual Private Network) extends a private network across the public network your devices connect to. It helps bypass the Internet connection through your ISP (Internet service provider) and anonymously connects through dedicated DNS servers. You may probably solve the ‘This site can’t be reached’ error with a VPN.
Fix 6. Disable Chrome Extensions
Chrome Extensions, especially those that interfere with browser history and downloads, can cause issues such as these. Disable or remove them to check if they resolve the issue. If it does, you must find an alternative.
Step 1: Go to the extensions section by typing chrome://extensions in the address bar.
Step 2: Navigate to Extensions > Manage Extensions.
Step 3: Click the Remove button to delete it. Check if the issue persists.
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Last updated on 05 September, 2024
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