Protocol error (ERR_CONNECTION_REFUSED)

4.5

The browser cannot connect to a website because the connection was actively rejected.

Symptoms
  • Browser error page
  • Site won't load
  • Works on other devices
Possible Causes
  • Firewall blocking
  • Proxy settings
  • Browser cache

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Check Proxy Settings

Ensure "Automatically detect settings" is ON and no manual proxy is set.

2

Disable Firewall Temporarily

Rule out your security software as the cause.

3

Clear Browser Cache

Remove temporary files that might be pointing to an old IP.

When to See a Technician

This error often means the website server is up but the specific "port" (like 80 or 443) is blocked.

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