How to Fix “err_address_unreachable” in Google Chrome

Reboot router, disable antivirus, or change DNS

An “err_address_unreachable”error in Google Chromeindicates that you can’t reach the site you want to visit. This error usually appears when you try to visit a non-existent site. But sometimes, you may see the error even when attempting to load a valid website.

In that case, your browser may be experiencing an issue where it can’t find the website. You can try rebooting your router, disabling your antivirus, and changing your DNS server to potentiallyfix the problem.

Restart Your Router to Fix the err_address_unreachable Error

Your router’s minor issues can sometimes cause huge problems, like the one you’re experiencing in Chrome. Unless you know your router’s issue, you can try rebooting your router and see if that fixes Chrome’s problem.

You can reboot your router by pressing thePowerbutton on the router. If you don’t have that button, turn off the power socket switch to restart the device.

A few routers offer the option to reboot the device from settings. If you have one, access your router’s settings page in your web browser, open theMaintenancetab, and chooseRestart The Router.

Turn Off Your Antivirus Program

Your antivirus program may be blocking the website, so Chrome displays an “err_address_unreachable” error. If you think this is the case, turn off your antivirus protection for a moment and see if that resolves the problem.

You can temporarily disable most antivirus programs’ protection by opening the program and selecting theturn offoption.

Fix err_address_unreachable by Disabling All Chrome Extensions

Chrome offers several extensions so you can enhance your web browsing experience. However, sometimes, these extensions end up being the culprit. Your “err_address_unreachable” error could result from a malfunctioning extension in Chrome.

In this case, turn off all your Chrome extensions and then see if you still get the above error message. If the error goes away, one or more of your extensions are likely the cause of the problem, and you’ll have to remove them to fix your browser.

Flush Your PC’s DNS Cache

Chrome uses your PC’s DNS cache to resolve domain names to IP addresses. This requires your DNS cache to be fully functional. If that’s not the case, and your cache has a problem, that can cause various issues in Chrome, including “err_address_unreachable.”

Luckily, you can fix that problem bydeleting your DNS cachefiles. This doesn’t delete your browser history or any of your files. Instead, your PC rebuilds the cache over time as you access websites in your web browsers.

Clear Host Cache in Chrome

Chrome stores its host cache, and it’s worth clearing this when you experience network issues in your browser. Again, your files or browsing history won’t be affected when you delete the cache.

Change Your DNS Servers

When you try to open a site in your browser, your browser uses your DNS servers to resolve domain names. If your DNS servers face an outage or another issue, that can prevent Chrome from loading your sites. This usually results in an “err_address_unreachable” error.

In addition to clearing your PC’s DNS cache, you can fix most network issues bychanging your DNS serversto something more stable, like Google’s Public DNS.

Reconfigure Your Proxy Settings

You shouldreview your proxy settingsto ensure they aren’t interfering with your internet connection or the Chrome browser. You may also temporarily disable your proxy to see if that fixes the issue in Chrome.

Clear Browsing Data in Chrome

Chrome saves your browsing history, so you don’t have to type full website addresses or log in to your sites on each visit. This history sometimes creates issues, and then you are left with no option but to remove your history.

If your “err_address_unreachable” error has still not gone away, it’s worth doing that.

Uninstall and Reinstall Chrome

If Chrome continues to display the “err_address_unreachable” error, your last resort is touninstall and reinstall the browser. Doing that rebuilds all of Chrome’s core files, fixing any problematic files.

Make the “Unreachable” Sites Reachable in Google Chrome

As outlined above, if you ever experience an issue whereChrome refuses to open your sites, you have several ways to get around the problem. Once you’ve fixed that temporary issue, all your sites will work as usual in your browser.

Mahesh has been obsessed with technology since he got his first gadget a decade or so ago. Over the last few years, he’s written a number of tech articles on various online publications including but not limited to MakeTechEasier and Android AppStorm.Read Mahesh’s Full Bio

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