--- title: "How to resolve 'ERR_TIMED_OUT' on my browser when trying to access websites?" description: "How to resolve 'ERR_TIMED_OUT' on my browser when trying to access websites?" author: "Baishakhi Ghosh" published: 2024-01-14 updated: 2024-01-15 canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/109165/how-to-resolve-err_timed_out-on-my-browser-when-trying-to-access-websites category: "troubleshooting" tags: ["troubleshooting"] reading_time: 2 minutes --- # How to resolve 'ERR_TIMED_OUT' on my browser when trying to access websites? ## Answers ### Answer by SundarLal Sharma Encountering the 'ERR_TIMED_OUT' error in your browser indicates that the requested web page did not load within a reasonable time frame. This issue can be caused by various factors, and resolving it involves troubleshooting both local settings and [potential issues](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/159471/how-does-c-plus-plus-support-multiple-inheritance-and-what-are-potential-issues-associated-with-it) with the website or [internet connection](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/23135/how-to-check-for-an-active-internet-connection-on-iphone-sdk). Here are steps to address the problem:\ Check Your Internet Connection: [Ensure that your](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/23198/3-steps-to-ensure-that-your-client-portal-is-impeccable) internet connection is stable. Try accessing other websites to confirm whether the issue is specific to the website you are trying to reach.\ Reload the Page: The error may be temporary. \ [Clear Browser Cache](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/103633/how-to-clear-browser-cache): [Cached data](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/158485/how-can-you-control-the-expiration-and-invalidation-of-client-side-cached-data) may be causing conflicts. Clear your browser's cache and cookies through the settings or preferences menu.\ Disable Browser Extensions: Browser extensions may interfere with website loading. Temporarily disable all extensions and try accessing the website again. If successful, re-enable extensions one by one to identify the problematic one.\ Check [Firewall and Antivirus](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/99312/what-is-the-difference-between-a-firewall-and-antivirus-software) Settings: Temporarily disable them and [check if](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/23208/check-if-a-file-exists-using-python) the website can be accessed. If successful, adjust the settings to allow the connection.\ Try Another Browser: If the error persists, try accessing the website using a different browser. If successful, the problem may be specific to the original browser.\ Restart Your Router: This can help refresh your internet connection.\ Check Website's Status: The website itself may be experiencing issues. Check the status of the website using [online tools](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/12016/5-online-tools-that-can-support-you-in-business) or visit alternative websites to verify. ![Free A MacBook Air Laptop with a Blockchain App on Screen Stock Photo](https://images.pexels.com/photos/9588213/pexels-photo-9588213.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&dpr=1&w=500) \ By systematically going through these troubleshooting steps, you can address the 'ERR_TIMED_OUT' error and [improve your](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/12252/simple-ways-to-improve-your-business-sales) chances of successfully accessing the desired website. Read also: [How to resolve 'ERR_CONNECTION_RESET' on my browser when accessing certain websites](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/109158/how-to-resolve-err_connection_reset-on-my-browser-when-accessing-certain-websites) --- Original Source: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/109165/how-to-resolve-err_timed_out-on-my-browser-when-trying-to-access-websites Copyright © MindStick Software Pvt. Ltd. This Markdown version is provided for developers, AI systems, and offline reading.