How to Fix DNS PROBE FINISHED NXDOMAIN Error?

The DNS PROBE FINISHED NXDOMAIN error often appears when trying to access websites, indicating that the DNS server cannot locate the specified domain. This is usually due to DNS or internet connection issues. Here are some steps to help you troubleshoot and resolve this problem.

1. Check Your Internet Connection

Start by confirming that your internet connection is active and functioning correctly. Try opening other websites or restart your router to rule out network issues.

2. Clear the DNS Cache

Clearing the DNS cache can often help resolve site access errors. Follow these steps:

Open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
Enter the command: ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.
Restart your browser and check if the error is resolved.

3. Change the DNS Server

Sometimes, the issue can be related to the current DNS server. Switch to public DNS servers like Google DNS or Cloudflare:

Open the Control Panel and go to Network and Internet > Network Connections.
Right-click on your connection and select Properties.
Locate Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), click on it, and select Properties.
Under Use the following DNS server addresses, enter:
- Google DNS: 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4
- Cloudflare DNS: 1.1.1.1 and 1.0.0.1

4. Restart the DNS Client Service

Restarting the DNS client service may help solve the issue. To do this:

Press Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
Locate the DNS Client service, right-click on it, and select Restart.

5. Disable VPN and Proxy Servers

VPNs or proxy servers can sometimes interfere with DNS. Temporarily disable them and check if the issue is resolved.

6. Check the Hosts File

The hosts file might contain entries blocking certain websites:

Navigate to C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc.
Open the hosts file with a text editor and remove lines related to blocked sites.