How to Fix the DNS_PROBE_STARTED Error in Google Chrome

To fix DNS_PROBE_STARTED in Chrome, flush Chrome's DNS cache at chrome://net-internals/#dns, switch your network to a public resolver like…

What DNS_PROBE_STARTED Actually Means

Chrome runs a quick "probe" against your configured DNS server before loading a site.

Fix 1: Flush Chrome's DNS Cache

Chrome keeps its own DNS cache separate from Windows.

Fix 2: Switch to a Public DNS Resolver

If flushing didn't help, your assigned DNS server is the likely culprit.

Fix 3: Disable IPv6 on Your Network Adapter

Plenty of home networks advertise IPv6 but can't actually route it cleanly.

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