How to Fix Chrome Error ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT — Connection Timed Out [2026]

Chrome Error ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT: Connection Timed Out

This error typically occurs when slow internet connection. Below you'll find 5 proven fixes to resolve it.

What Causes Chrome Error ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT?

Chrome error ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT (Connection Timed Out) can be triggered by several issues:

Slow internet connection
Website server overloaded
Firewall blocking outgoing connections
Too many browser tabs open
Router/modem issues

How to Fix Chrome Error ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT — Step by Step

Check your internet connection

Open CMD:
ping google.com
If you get 'Request timed out', your internet is down. Restart your router. If ping works, the specific website is the problem.

Clear browser data

Chrome > Ctrl + Shift + Delete > All time > Cookies, Cache, Hosted app data > Clear data.

Disable extensions

Chrome > Menu > Extensions > Disable all extensions. Try the site. Re-enable one by one to find the culprit.

Flush DNS and renew IP

Open CMD as Admin:
ipconfig /flushdns
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew

Increase browser timeout (advanced)

Type chrome://flags/ in address bar. Search for 'timeout'. If available, increase the connection timeout value. Otherwise, try a different browser to rule out Chrome-specific issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What causes a connection timeout?

The server took too long to respond (usually over 30 seconds). This can be your slow connection, the server being overloaded, or something blocking the connection.

Is a timeout different from connection refused?

Yes. Timeout means the server never responded at all. Connection refused means the server responded but said 'no.' Timeout is usually a network issue; refused is a server issue.

Should I wait and try again?

Yes. If the server is overloaded, waiting 5-10 minutes often resolves it. If it persists for hours, the website likely has a serious problem on their end.

Can my ISP cause timeouts?

Yes. ISP throttling, network congestion during peak hours, or DNS issues on your ISP's end can all cause timeouts. Try a VPN to rule out ISP issues.

Does closing tabs help?

If you have 50+ tabs open, yes. Each tab maintains connections that consume memory and bandwidth. Close tabs you're not using — or use Chrome's Memory Saver feature.

How to Fix Chrome Error ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT — Connection Timed Out