How to fix ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT (Windows, Mac OS, Android, iOS) (Computer)

There is a great possibility that the reason for ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT error message is the great amount of cookies and cache files accumulated in your device. In order to fix this error code and regain internet access, you need to clear the cache files, the cookies and unnecessary data.

If you want to learn how to clear the browser's cache (and cookies), check the don't know how to clear the cache solutions and don't know how to delete browser cookies guide.

Maybe a temporary issue with the router and/or modem is the reason for the "This site can't be reached ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT" error message. In this case, try restarting the router (and the modem, if you use one), by unplugging them from power for a couple of minutes and then plugging them back in.

Maybe the website(s) you are trying to visit is (are) not liked by the system firewall or the antivirus. If you noticed that you can't access particular websites, open the firewall or antivirus settings and check if you can see the website on the list. If you can, removing it from the list is enough to fix the issue.

Note: Maybe the website was blocked for a reason, so before unblocking it, make sure to do a mini research on the internet and check what other people think.

Maybe the reason for this issue is the ISP or the operator itself. There are cases when people can't access websites just because those websites are blocked by the ISP or the operator itself, for various reasons. Maybe there is a malfunction in the network of the provider. To be 100% sure, contact the support team, tell them the URL of the website you can't visit and they will instruct you on what to do next.

When a computer is invaded by viruses, its settings get modified, thus error messages like ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT appear. Try scanning your computer for viruses first, and if viruses are detected, removing them should fix the issue.

Check out the virus removal and protection guide, where you can learn useful tips on how to remove viruses.