This site can’t be reached (2024)

FAQs

How to fix the site can't be reached? ›

Unstable or slow internet connections can result in Chrome being unable to fetch and load web pages in a timely manner. Cached data and cookies stored by the browser can become corrupted or outdated, causing conflicts and hindering the loading of web pages.

Your computer has a DNS cache that could become outdated or corrupted, which would make it so you can't access certain websites. Flushing your DNS cache could help you regain access to your favorite sites.

This happens when your browser can't find the DNS settings for the website you're trying to visit. It means the browser is having trouble locating which server hosts the site. Common causes could be issues with the website's domain name or problems with your DNS server.

Clear Cache and Cookies

Clearing cache and cookies fixes many browser errors, including “This Site Can't Be Reached.” Browsers store this temporary data to speed up the connection to websites you previously visited. However, if they expire or become corrupted, cache and cookies can prevent you from loading a website.

This article has been viewed 82,253 times. If Google Chrome blocks a site automatically, it may be because Google deems that site unsafe, or because your employer or school has chosen to prevent access to that site, so you should proceed with caution.

Links may be broken for a variety of reasons, including the URL being mistyped, the webpage no longer being online, the page's URL having changed, or the linked page having restricted access (such as by being behind a password or firewall).

Why is my internet blocking certain websites? ›

Why do websites get blocked? Websites get blocked when they detect an IP address that isn't supposed to access the restricted content. Your IP address identifies your device on the internet and reveals your physical location. That's what lets websites find your IP and block (or allow) your device.

The most common scenario for getting an IP blocked by your server is trying to log in too many times too quickly or with incorrect credentials. Most servers have a time limit placed for the number of login attempts.

Why is this happening and how can I fix it? The "site can't be reached" error is likely due to issues with your internet connection, DNS settings, or the website itself. To fix it, try refreshing the page, checking your internet connection, clearing your browser cache, and ensuring the website's address is correct.

There can be various causes, such as incorrect proxy configuration, caching errors, or the web server blocking the proxy and the IP address attached to it. It's also possible that the proxy you're using has gone offline. So, if you're using a proxy, it's worth checking whether its settings are correctly configured.

The “This site can't provide a secure connection” error appears when a website doesn't comply with the HTTPS protocol. It often occurs due to no SSL certificate on the website, not automatically using HTTPS, having an expired or invalid SSL certificate, or an outdated SSL cache in your browser.

How do I open blocked sites without a VPN? To open blocked websites without a VPN, you could try using a proxy server instead. You can also alter your device settings, if you have the administrator account, or use the Tor browser.

Content Filtering: Some systems are set up to block access to certain websites based on their content. This might be why you can't access Microsoft's site. Check if any content filtering systems are affecting your access. Temporary Server Issue: Sometimes, websites have temporary problems that result in a 403 response.

If you set up a firewall or add a new Chrome extension, they can block websites with specific content. The "site is unreachable" error occurs if a website doesn't comply with either security or content requirements within a given firewall or extension.