{"id":711,"date":"2024-07-16T02:20:06","date_gmt":"2024-07-16T02:20:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/?p=711"},"modified":"2024-07-16T02:20:06","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T02:20:06","slug":"how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix the \u201cERR_CONNECTION_RESET\u201d Error : A Comprehensive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error is a common issue faced by internet users. It occurs when the connection between your browser and the <a href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/vps-hosting.html\">server<\/a> you are trying to access is abruptly terminated. This can be frustrating, especially if you rely on a stable internet connection for work or leisure. In this blog post, we will explore various methods to fix this error and get you back online.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 juice:w-full juice:items-end overflow-x-auto gap-2\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"dc64a336-6609-4c49-b9e7-0457096b705b\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 juice:empty:hidden juice:first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle 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class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Understanding_the_%E2%80%9CERR_CONNECTION_RESET%E2%80%9D_Error\" >Understanding the \u201cERR_CONNECTION_RESET\u201d Error<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_1_Check_Your_Internet_Connection\" >Fix 1: Check Your Internet Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_2_Clear_Browser_Cache_and_Cookies\" >Fix 2: Clear Browser Cache and Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Clear_Cache_and_Cookies_in_Chrome\" >Steps to Clear Cache and Cookies in Chrome:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Clear_Cache_and_Cookies_in_Firefox\" >Steps to Clear Cache and Cookies in Firefox:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_3_Disable_Firewall_and_Antivirus_Temporarily\" >Fix 3: Disable Firewall and Antivirus Temporarily<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Disable_Windows_Firewall\" >Steps to Disable Windows Firewall:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Disable_Antivirus\" >Steps to Disable Antivirus:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_4_Check_Proxy_Settings\" >Fix 4: Check Proxy Settings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Check_Proxy_Settings_in_Windows\" >Steps to Check Proxy Settings in Windows:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Check_Proxy_Settings_in_Mac\" >Steps to Check Proxy Settings in Mac:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_5_Reset_TCPIP_and_DNS_Settings\" >Fix 5: Reset TCP\/IP and DNS Settings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Reset_TCPIP_Settings\" >Steps to Reset TCP\/IP Settings:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Reset_DNS_Settings\" >Steps to Reset DNS Settings:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_6_Disable_VPN_Software\" >Fix 6: Disable VPN Software<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Disable_VPN_in_Windows\" >Steps to Disable VPN in Windows:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Disable_VPN_in_Mac\" >Steps to Disable VPN in Mac:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_7_Update_Network_Drivers\" >Fix 7: Update Network Drivers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Update_Network_Drivers_in_Windows\" >Steps to Update Network Drivers in Windows:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Update_Network_Drivers_in_Mac\" >Steps to Update Network Drivers in Mac:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_8_Check_Router_Settings\" >Fix 8: Check Router Settings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Steps_to_Reset_Router_Settings\" >Steps to Reset Router Settings:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Fix_9_Contact_Your_ISP\" >Fix 9: Contact Your ISP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-err_connection_reset-error\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_%E2%80%9CERR_CONNECTION_RESET%E2%80%9D_Error\"><\/span>Understanding the \u201cERR_CONNECTION_RESET\u201d Error<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-715 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1.png\" alt=\"ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1\" width=\"797\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1.png 1670w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET1-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 797px) 100vw, 797px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before diving into the solutions, it\u2019s important to understand what causes this error. The &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error typically indicates that the connection was interrupted while loading a webpage. The reasons for this can be numerous, including:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Network Issues<\/strong>: Problems with your internet connection or the server&#8217;s network.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Browser Issues<\/strong>: Corrupted browser cache or cookies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Firewall and Antivirus Settings<\/strong>: Overly aggressive security settings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proxy Settings<\/strong>: Incorrect proxy <a href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/vps-hosting.html\">server configuration<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>VPN Issues<\/strong>: Conflicts caused by VPN software.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Router Settings<\/strong>: Incorrect or outdated router settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Understanding the root cause of the error can help in applying the right solution. Let\u2019s explore each potential cause and the corresponding fixes in detail.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_1_Check_Your_Internet_Connection\"><\/span>Fix 1: Check Your Internet Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-714 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET.jpg\" alt=\"ERR_CONNECTION_RESET\" width=\"704\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET.jpg 1754w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET-1024x525.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET-768x394.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ERR_CONNECTION_RESET-1536x787.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The first and most basic step is to ensure that your internet connection is stable. Here\u2019s what you can do to avoid the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Restart Your Router<\/strong>: Unplug your router, wait for about 30 seconds, and then plug it back in. This can resolve many temporary network issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check Cables<\/strong>: Ensure that all the cables are securely connected and there are no loose connections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try a Different Network<\/strong>: If possible, connect to a different network to see if the error persists. This can help determine if the issue is with your network or the website.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_2_Clear_Browser_Cache_and_Cookies\"><\/span>Fix 2: Clear Browser Cache and Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Browser cache and cookies can sometimes become corrupted, leading to connection errors. Clearing them can often resolve the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-712 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/clear-browser-cache-and-cookies.png\" alt=\"clear browser cache and cookies\" width=\"659\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/clear-browser-cache-and-cookies.png 747w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/clear-browser-cache-and-cookies-300x151.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 659px) 100vw, 659px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Clear_Cache_and_Cookies_in_Chrome\"><\/span>Steps to Clear Cache and Cookies in Chrome:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Chrome and click on the three dots in the upper right corner.<\/li>\n<li>Go to <code>More tools<\/code> &gt; <code>Clear browsing data<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a time range (e.g., last 24 hours or all time) and make sure to check <code>Cookies and other site data<\/code> and <code>Cached images and files<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Click <code>Clear data<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Clear_Cache_and_Cookies_in_Firefox\"><\/span>Steps to Clear Cache and Cookies in Firefox:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Firefox and click on the three lines in the upper right corner.<\/li>\n<li>Go to <code>Options<\/code> &gt; <code>Privacy &amp; Security<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>In the <code>Cookies and Site Data<\/code> section, click <code>Clear Data<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Check both <code>Cookies and Site Data<\/code> and <code>Cached Web Content<\/code>, then click <code>Clear<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_3_Disable_Firewall_and_Antivirus_Temporarily\"><\/span>Fix 3: Disable Firewall and Antivirus Temporarily<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Firewalls and antivirus programs are designed to protect your system, but they can sometimes interfere with your internet connection. Temporarily disabling them can help identify if they are causing the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error issue.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Disable_Windows_Firewall\"><\/span>Steps to Disable Windows Firewall:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the <code>Control Panel<\/code> and go to <code>System and Security<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <code>Windows Defender Firewall<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Click <code>Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <code>Turn off Windows Defender Firewall<\/code> (both private and public).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Disable_Antivirus\"><\/span>Steps to Disable Antivirus:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The steps to disable antivirus software vary depending on the program you are using. Generally, you can right-click on the antivirus icon in the system tray and select <code>Disable<\/code> or <code>Turn off<\/code>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: Remember to re-enable your firewall and antivirus after testing, as keeping them disabled can leave your system vulnerable.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_4_Check_Proxy_Settings\"><\/span>Fix 4: Check Proxy Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-716 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/err-connection-reset.png\" alt=\"err-connection-reset\" width=\"506\" height=\"337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/err-connection-reset.png 600w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/err-connection-reset-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 506px) 100vw, 506px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Incorrect proxy settings can cause connection issues. Here\u2019s how to check and disable proxy settings if necessary.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Check_Proxy_Settings_in_Windows\"><\/span>Steps to Check Proxy Settings in Windows:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the <code>Control Panel<\/code> and go to <code>Network and Internet<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <code>Internet Options<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Go to the <code>Connections<\/code> tab and click <code>LAN settings<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Uncheck <code>Use a proxy <a href=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/dedicated-servers.html\">server<\/a> for your LAN<\/code> and ensure <code>Automatically detect settings<\/code> is checked.<\/li>\n<li>Click <code>OK<\/code> and restart your computer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Check_Proxy_Settings_in_Mac\"><\/span>Steps to Check Proxy Settings in Mac:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open <code>System Preferences<\/code> and go to <code>Network<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Select your network connection and click <code>Advanced<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Go to the <code>Proxies<\/code> tab.<\/li>\n<li>Uncheck any proxy settings and click <code>OK<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_5_Reset_TCPIP_and_DNS_Settings\"><\/span>Fix 5: Reset TCP\/IP and DNS Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes, issues with TCP\/IP and DNS settings can lead to the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error. Resetting these settings can help resolve the problem.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Reset_TCPIP_Settings\"><\/span>Steps to Reset TCP\/IP Settings:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Command Prompt as an administrator. You can do this by searching for <code>cmd<\/code> in the Start menu, right-clicking on Command Prompt, and selecting <code>Run as administrator<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Type the following commands, pressing Enter after each one:\n<div class=\"dark bg-gray-950 rounded-md border-[0.5px] border-token-border-medium\">\n<div class=\"overflow-y-auto p-4\" dir=\"ltr\"><code class=\"!whitespace-pre hljs language-perl\">netsh <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">int<\/span> ip <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">reset<\/span><br \/>\nnetsh winsock <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">reset<\/span><br \/>\n<\/code><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Reset_DNS_Settings\"><\/span>Steps to Reset DNS Settings:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Command Prompt as an administrator.<\/li>\n<li>Type the following command and press Enter:\n<div class=\"dark bg-gray-950 rounded-md border-[0.5px] border-token-border-medium\">\n<div class=\"overflow-y-auto p-4\" dir=\"ltr\"><code class=\"!whitespace-pre hljs language-bash\">ipconfig \/flushdns<br \/>\n<\/code><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_6_Disable_VPN_Software\"><\/span>Fix 6: Disable VPN Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-713 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/disable-VPN-software.png\" alt=\"disable VPN software\" width=\"702\" height=\"343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/disable-VPN-software.png 1300w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/disable-VPN-software-300x147.png 300w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/disable-VPN-software-1024x501.png 1024w, https:\/\/fastwebhostingindia.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/disable-VPN-software-768x376.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you are using a VPN, it could be causing conflicts that lead to the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error. Try disabling your VPN to see if it resolves the issue.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Disable_VPN_in_Windows\"><\/span>Steps to Disable VPN in Windows:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open <code>Settings<\/code> and go to <code>Network &amp; Internet<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <code>VPN<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Select your VPN connection and click <code>Disconnect<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Disable_VPN_in_Mac\"><\/span>Steps to Disable VPN in Mac:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open <code>System Preferences<\/code> and go to <code>Network<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Select your VPN connection and click <code>Disconnect<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_7_Update_Network_Drivers\"><\/span>Fix 7: Update Network Drivers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Outdated or corrupted network drivers can cause connection issues. Updating your network drivers can help resolve the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Update_Network_Drivers_in_Windows\"><\/span>Steps to Update Network Drivers in Windows:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Right-click on the Start menu and select <code>Device Manager<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Expand the <code>Network adapters<\/code> section.<\/li>\n<li>Right-click on your network adapter and select <code>Update driver<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose <code>Search automatically for updated driver software<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Update_Network_Drivers_in_Mac\"><\/span>Steps to Update Network Drivers in Mac:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open <code>System Preferences<\/code> and go to <code>Software Update<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>If an update is available, click <code>Update Now<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_8_Check_Router_Settings\"><\/span>Fix 8: Check Router Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Incorrect router settings can also lead to connection issues. Resetting your router to its default settings can help to avoid the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error .<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Reset_Router_Settings\"><\/span>Steps to Reset Router Settings:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Locate the reset button on your router. It is usually a small button that can be pressed with a paperclip or pin.<\/li>\n<li>Press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds.<\/li>\n<li>Release the button and wait for the router to restart.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: Resetting your router will erase all custom settings, including Wi-Fi passwords and network configurations. Make sure to have this information handy before resetting.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_9_Contact_Your_ISP\"><\/span>Fix 9: Contact Your ISP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If none of the above solutions work, the issue might be with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to avoid the &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error. Contacting your ISP can help determine if there are any network issues or outages in your area.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The &#8220;ERR_CONNECTION_RESET&#8221; error can be caused by various factors, ranging from network issues to incorrect settings. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue. Remember to always restart your computer and router after making changes to ensure they take effect. 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