How can I fix ‘The Site Can’t Be Reached’ or ERR_ADDRESS_UNREACHABLE in Chrome

We have all encountered the “This site can’t be reached” issue in Google Chrome, but what should you do if the error persists after you have restarted the browser? Here are some potential solutions to the issue.

Table of Contents

Why do some websites return errors like ERR ADDRESS UNREACHABLE or “This Site Can’t Be Reached?”

• • Locating the Root of the Issue
  • Restart
  • Resetting Your Modem and Router to Factory Settings
  • What if there is a single affected device
  • The Device Needs to Be Restarted.
  • Problems with Google Chrome
  • In a Computer Network
  • Delete DNS Cache (Reset)

Why do some websites return errors like ERR ADDRESS UNREACHABLE or “This Site Can’t Be Reached?”

Chrome’s error message, like many others, lacks clarity. It doesn’t pinpoint anything in particular, and it could be due to a wide variety of factors. Unfortunately, this implies that finding a solution frequently necessitates throwing everything but the kitchen sink at the problem. Even so, we can limit it somewhat.

Locating the Root of the Issue

You can try accessing the site (or sites) in question from a different network connection. If you’re using a mobile device, consider connecting over cellular data rather than Wi-Fi. The fault is probably not with your gadget or network, so don’t worry too much if it doesn’t function. You may also use IsItDownRightNow by entering the address to see if other people are having the same issue.

However, if it does function, it indicates that the issue lies with you and not the website. The number of potential causes can be reduced if we determine whether or not all devices on the network are compromised. Verify if the lack of connectivity is limited to only one device by trying it out on a different computer, laptop, phone, or tablet. If everything is acting up, check your modem or router. Check out the section labeled “If All Devices Are Affected” if you need advice on what to do in that situation.

The “everything but the kitchen sink” method is your sole option if only a single device is afflicted.

Solutions to the Error “This Site Is Unavailable” Considering All Electronics Could Be Affected

If every node in your network is compromised, there are only three possible causes.

• Your ISP is having technical difficulties at the moment.
• Problems with your router are being experienced.
• We’re having trouble connecting to your modem.
• You have no control over the first possibility (an issue with your Internet service provider). For confirmation that the outage is just affecting your home, you might check with a neighbor who uses the same provider. If so, you’ll need to be patient until the issue is resolved.

Restart

Like any other computer system, modems and routers are susceptible to malfunctions. If your modem or router isn’t working, try unplugging them for 30 seconds. If you need to be sure, unplug them for a few minutes and then reconnect them.

One wire will enter the modem and another will link it to the router if you use a standalone modem and router. One cable will enter the combined unit from the outside, and as many Ethernet cables will leave the unit as there are wired gadgets. Verify that all plugs are securely inserted in their receptacles and that none of the plugs are broken or dangling.

If you feel or see any abrupt bends or kinks in the cables, they need to be replaced. Copper conductors in coaxial and Ethernet cables are typically much more tolerant of damage than the glass or plastic fibers in fiber optic cables, thus this is especially critical if you have a fibre optic connection going straight into your home.

The cable’s outside insulation must be intact and smooth. Scratches and scuffs on the outside of the cable are fine, but any damage to the insulation, such as cuts, tears, or chewing, indicates that the twisted pairs inside have been compromised. The cable may have been bent at an extreme angle or pinched, and then straightened back into form, so be on the watch for spots where the insulation is whiter than the surrounding insulation.

Resetting Your Modem and Router to Factory Settings

A factory reset is the last resort if restarting your modem and router did not resolve the issue and no other physical problems can be located. Resetting your modem and router to their factory settings may solve connection issues caused by software defects, but it will also delete any custom settings you’ve made, such as the names and passwords for your wireless networks.

Examine the reverse side of the modem, router, or combo unit. In order to prevent inadvertent pressing, the factory reset button is typically very small and hidden within the device’s body. Take a paperclip, the geeks’ most indispensable tool, and straighten it out. Then you need to reset it by pressing the button and holding it for at least ten seconds. You can safely hold the button down for the full 30 seconds that some devices need to complete a factory reset. If you’re using a standalone modem and router, follow these steps for each device.

Just be patient as it takes a few minutes for things to initialize after the reset.

What if there is a single affected device

Having all of your devices affected leaves you with fewer troubleshooting alternatives than if just one of them were to malfunction. Everything you ever wanted to know, plus the kitchen sink, is right here.

The Device Needs to Be Restarted.

A complete reset is the first step you should take. The simplest remedy to many computer problems is to simply restart the device. Resuming Windows 10 differs slightly from restarting Windows 11, due to changes in the user interface (UI), but otherwise follows the same steps.

To restart, press the “Start” button, then the “Power” symbol, and finally the “Restart” button.

It is recommended to wait until the restart is finished before attempting a connection again.

Problems with Google Chrome

While browsers have improved over the years, no programme is flawless. Many browser issues can be traced back to the browser’s own settings or cache.

First, try reconnecting after clearing Google Chrome’s cache, cookies, and history.

In a Computer Network

The automated Network Troubleshooter cannot promise to fix an issue that is the result of incorrect settings in your computer’s Domain Name System (DNS), DNS Cache, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Winsock, or TCP/IP Stack. In case you want to try fixing them by hand, here are some suggestions.

Start the CMD window with administrative privileges. Additionally, PowerShell and Windows Terminal will do the trick.

You may either take them one at a time to try to identify which one is causing the issue, or you can just go through the entire list. It’s best to tackle each step at a time. It’s possible that your actions caused the connection fault, so figuring out what went wrong will help you avoid it in the future.

To launch the command prompt as an administrator, press the “Start” button, then type “Command Prompt” into the search box.

Delete DNS Cache (Reset)

Since the DNS Cache resides in RAM (volatile memory) rather than the hard drive, it must be cleared every time the computer is restarted. The DNS cache could have been poisoned on purpose or accidentally corrupted due to a fault or problem with the DNS Server you use. Resetting the DNS cache can be done manually with a command.