{"id":5869,"date":"2023-08-07T15:30:23","date_gmt":"2023-08-07T15:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=5869"},"modified":"2025-10-07T17:57:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T17:57:41","slug":"fix-there-is-something-wrong-with-the-proxy-server-win10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-there-is-something-wrong-with-the-proxy-server-win10\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix \u201cThere Is Something Wrong With the Proxy Server\u201d Issue?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us rely on the Internet to fulfill our daily tasks. Whether you\u2019re a student, an office worker, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2023\/02\/how-to-become-a-digital-nomad\" rel=\"nofollow\">digital nomad<\/a>, having a stable connection has probably become an indispensable part of your life.<\/p>\n<p>However, what will you do when in the middle of scrolling through a website, you see the error message Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed ?<\/p>\n<p>What actions will you take when the message tells you that there is something wrong with the proxy server or the address is incorrect on Windows 10?<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that such kind of error message can show up even when you are not using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberghostvpn.com\/en_US\/vpn-proxy\" rel=\"nofollow\">proxy server<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Nonetheless, you shouldn\u2019t panic just yet. In this article, we are going to teach you how to fix Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed on Windows 10.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing troubles with a ghost proxy server or your web browser, make sure you run through our list of solutions.<\/p>\n<h2>What is a Proxy Server<\/h2>\n<p>A proxy server is an intermediary server that acts as a gateway between a client (such as a computer or a mobile device) and the internet.<\/p>\n<p>It serves as a middleman, forwarding requests from the client to other servers on the internet.<\/p>\n<p>When a client requests to access a website or any online resource, the request is first sent to the proxy server, which then retrieves the requested information on behalf of the client.<\/p>\n<h2>Causes of the Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed Error<\/h2>\n<p>Before you learn how to fix unable to connect to the proxy server on Windows 10, it is ideal for you to know the scenarios related to the issue. This way, you will gain a better understanding of how to prevent the problem from happening again.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>No Internet.<\/strong> There is something wrong with the proxy server or the address is incorrect on Windows 10 \u2013 In some cases, the issue can be caused by problems with the proxy settings. To resolve this, you must disable the feature.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Unable to connect to the proxy server. <\/strong>If you encounter this problem, we recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/5-reasons-to-start-using-a-vpn-as-soon-as-possible\/\">switching to a VPN<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed<\/strong><strong> on Windows 10<\/strong>. This usually shows up on web browsers. You can try <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/chrome\/a\/answer\/12569990?hl=en\" rel=\"nofollow\">rolling back your browser<\/a> to its default settings. You can also use a different browser to see if that fixes the issue.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>No connection on your web browser.<\/strong> In some cases, antivirus programs can interfere with web browsers. To resolve this issue, you just have to disable or remove your third-party security tool.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Fix Can\u2019t Connect to Proxy Server Issue on Windows 10<\/h2>\n<h3>Method 1: Checking if your Connection is Stable<\/h3>\n<p>One of the first things you should do is to check if you have a stable Internet connection. Plug into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.com\/c\/en\/us\/products\/switches\/what-is-a-lan-local-area-network.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">LAN connection<\/a> instead of connecting to your Wi-Fi. It\u2019s worth noting that this is only a temporary workaround to the problem. It\u2019s also not the cause of the issue.<\/p>\n<p>However, you can try this solution, and it will make other troubleshooting steps a lot easier. You can also try using other browsers to see if that helps.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend using Firefox because it typically overrides proxy settings. If you opt to use Chrome, you may have to manually tweak the settings.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Related<\/b><strong>: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-fix-cant-connect-to-this-network-error-on-windows-10-11\/\">How To Fix Can&#8217;t Connect To This Network Error On Windows 10\/11<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 2: Checking your Antivirus<\/h3>\n<p>These days, it\u2019s essential to have a reliable third-party antivirus to protect your computer from security threats.<\/p>\n<p>However, as we\u2019ve mentioned, it can possibly interfere with your browser and cause the error to appear.<\/p>\n<p>You can fix the Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed problem by disabling some features in your antivirus. If you\u2019re using the native Windows Security tool, fo<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press the <em>Windows Key<\/em>, type <em>Windows Security<\/em>, then hit <em>Enter<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Checking-your-Antivirus-.webp\" alt=\"Press the Windows Key, type Windows Security, then hit Enter\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the <em>Windows Security<\/em> screen, then select <em>Virus &amp; threat protection.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-Security.webp\" alt=\"On the Windows Security screen, then select Virus and threat protection\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the <em>Manage settings<\/em> link.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-10-Virus-and-Threat-Protection.webp\" alt=\"Click on the Manage settings link\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Toggle the option under <em>Real-time protection<\/em> to off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Toggle-the-option-under-Real-time-protection-to-off.png\" alt=\"Toggle the option under Real-time protection to off\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Now, check if the \u2018No Internet. There is something wrong with the proxy server\u2019 error has been resolved.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re using third-party antivirus software, follow the required step to disable it. If this does not get rid of the error, we recommend temporarily removing the program.<\/p>\n<p>If uninstalling your antivirus fixes the issue, we suggest switching to a different security tool. There are many great third-party antivirus programs in the market.<\/p>\n<p>However, we recommend opting for a trusted product like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/anti-malware\/\">Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a>.<\/p>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Middle_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"4017758677\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<p>This tool can detect malicious items and threats that your main antivirus may miss. What\u2019s more, it is designed to be compatible with Windows systems.<\/p>\n<p>So, it will provide you with optimum protection without causing Internet connection issues.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Use-Auslogics-Anti-Malware.webp\" alt=\"Use Auslogics Anti-Malware to guarantee optimal protection without causing Internet connection issues.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read<\/b><strong>: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/common-malware-entry-points-and-how-to-eliminate-them\/\">How to Prevent Malware: Lock Down Your Online Safety<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 3: Checking your proxy settings<\/h3>\n<p>One of the simplest solutions you can try is to disable your proxy and switch to the default settings. To do this, follow the instructions below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On your keyboard, press <code>Windows Key + S<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <em>control panel<\/em>, then hit <em>Enter<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Checking-Proxy-Settings-on-Windows-10.webp\" alt=\"Type control panel, then hit Enter\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Network and Internet. <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-PC-Network-and-Internet.webp\" alt=\"Click Network and Internet\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <em>Internet Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/WIndows-10-Internet-Options.png\" alt=\"Select Internet Options\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Connections<\/em> tab, then click <em>LAN<\/em> settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-10-Internet-Properties.png\" alt=\"Go to the Connections tab, then click LAN settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select the box beside <em>Automatically detect settings<\/em>, then deselect the box next to <em>Use a proxy server for your LAN<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-10-LAN-settings.png\" alt=\"Select the box beside Automatically detect settings, then deselect the box next to Use a proxy server for your LAN\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>OK<\/em> to save the changes you made.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re still getting the \u2018No Internet. There is something wrong with the proxy server\u2019 error, consider resetting your internet proxy settings. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-command-prompt-28-most-useful-cmd-commands-with-examples\/\">Command Prompt<\/a> with administrator privileges. You can do so by pressing <em>Start<\/em>, typing <em>cmd<\/em>, and pressing the <code>Ctrl + Shift + Enter<\/code> keys simultaneously.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Launch-Command-Prompt-with-administrator-privileges.webp\" alt=\"Launch Command Prompt with administrator privileges\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <em>Yes<\/em> on the UAC prompt.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Paste the command <code>netsh winhttp reset proxy<\/code>, and hit <em>Enter<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Launch-Command-Prompt-with-admin-proviliges.png\" alt=\"Launch Command Prompt with admin proviliges\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>This command will reset your proxy settings and you should be able to access the internet.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-fix-this-site-has-been-blocked-by-your-isp-on-windows-10\/\">How To Fix Windows 10\/11 Blocking Websites Issues<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 4: Fixing your proxy settings via the registry<\/h3>\n<p>One of the most common ways to disable Windows features is by tweaking the settings via the system\u2019s interface. However, if you are not able to resolve the connection error by unchecking some boxes, then the next solution is to go through the registry. This solution is also ideal for a ghost proxy that keeps on blocking your connection. Before you proceed, you must remember to follow the steps with caution. Keep in mind that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifewire.com\/windows-registry-2625992\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Windows Registry<\/a> is a sensitive database. If you incorrectly tweak something, you might cause serious damage to your computer. So, you should only proceed if you are confident that you can follow the instructions to a tee.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the <em>Run<\/em> dialog box by pressing <code>Windows Key + R<\/code> on your keyboard.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <code>regedit<\/code>, then hit <em>Enter<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Run-regedit-on-Windows-PC-1.png\" alt=\"Run regedit on Windows PC\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Create a <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-gb\/topic\/how-to-back-up-and-restore-the-registry-in-windows-855140ad-e318-2a13-2829-d428a2ab0692\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">backup of the registry<\/a>. This way, you can restore it if things don\u2019t work out as expected . You can do this by clicking <em>File<\/em>, then selecting <em>Export<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Create-a-backup-of-the-registry.png\" alt=\"Create a backup of the registry\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next , follow the path below. You can simply copy and paste it on the bar below the menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Registry-Editotr-Internet-Settings.png\" alt=\"Registry Editor Internet Settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><em>HKEY_CURRENT_USER -&gt; SOFTWARE-&gt; Microsoft -&gt; Windows -&gt; Current Version -&gt; Internet settings<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Remove these values:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Proxy Override \r\nMigrate Proxy \r\nProxy Enable \r\nProxy Server<\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your computer, then check if the connection problem is gone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/registry-cleaner\/\">What is the Windows Registry and Why Do You Need a Registry Cleaner?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 5: Resetting Google Chrome<\/h3>\n<p>Some users claimed that they had encountered the Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed issue because of their Chrome settings. As such, we recommend rolling back your browser to its default settings.<\/p>\n<p>Before you proceed, you should know that this solution will delete your extensions and cache. So, it is advisable to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-back-up-windows\/\">create a backup<\/a> of your important data. Once you\u2019re ready, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <em>Menu<\/em> icon, which looks like three vertically aligned dots, in the top-right corner of Google Chrome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Resetting-Google-Chrome-.webp\" alt=\"Click the Menu icon, which looks like three vertically aligned dots, in the top-right corner of Google Chrome\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <em>Settings<\/em> from the options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Reset-Google-Chrome.webp\" alt=\"Select Settings from the options\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <em>Reset settings<\/em> on the left pane and select <em>Restore settings to their original defaults<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Google-Chrome-restore-settings-to-defaults.webp\" alt=\"Click on Reset settings on the left pane and select Restore settings to their original defaults\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the popup window, select the <em>Reset settings<\/em> button. Doing this will reset Chrome settings, disable extensions, and delete cookies and other temporary site data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Reset-settings-on-Google-Chrome.png\" alt=\"Reset settings on Google Chrome\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve reset your browser to the default settings, you should be able to resolve the \u2018No Internet. There is something wrong with the proxy server\u2019 problem.<\/p>\n<p>Now, this method can work all right. However, we recommend doing a complete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/auslogics-boostspeed-13-get-your-pc-in-shape\/\">PC optimization<\/a> to address internet connection issues, among other performance problems.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Further reading: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/reset-google-chrome-browser-to-default-settings\/\">How to completely reset the Google Chrome browser to its default settings?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 6: Reinstalling Chrome<\/h3>\n<p>The Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed error might have something to do with your Chrome installation. So, to fix it, you would need to reinstall the browser. The process is straightforward.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you prefer completely removing Chrome, we recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/windows-slimmer\/\">software specifically designed for uninstalling programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover , you might want to try the Canary or Beta version of Chrome. The Canary version offers the latest fixes. However, they might not be fully tested for smooth operation.<\/p>\n<p>So, you can encounter other problems with this version. Google also releases fixes for bugs through the Beta version, which is also a good option.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-the-difference-between-chrome-and-chromium\/\">Chromium vs. Chrome: A Comprehensive Comparison<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>To uninstall a program on Windows 10:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press <em>Start<\/em> and select the gear icon on the left to open <em>Settings<\/em>. Alternatively, use the Win + I keyboard shortcut to open the <em>Settings<\/em> app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-reinstall-Chrome.webp\" alt=\"Press Start and select the gear icon on the left to open Settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the <em>Settings<\/em> window, type <em>Uninstall<\/em> in the search box, and select <em>Add or remove programs<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Uninstall-Chrome.webp\" alt=\"Uninstall Chrome\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll to the <em>Apps &amp; features<\/em> section and type the name of the app you want to uninstall (in this case Chrome) on the <em>Search this list<\/em> box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-uninstall-programs-Windows-10.webp\" alt=\"Scroll to the Apps and features section and type the name of the app you want to uninstall (in this case Chrome) on the Search this list box\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, click on <em>Google Chrome<\/em>, then select the <em>Uninstall<\/em> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-10-apps-and-features.webp\" alt=\"Click on Google Chrome, then select the Uninstall button\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Uninstall<\/em> to initiate the action.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Yes<\/em> if prompted by UAC to continue with the uninstallation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Uninstall-Google-Chrome.png\" alt=\"Uninstall Google Chrome\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>You\u2019ll be prompted to confirm your action. Check the box next to <em>Also delete your browsing data?<\/em>, then select <em>Uninstall<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once Google Chrome has finished uninstalling, go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/chrome\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Google\u2019s official webpage<\/a> and download Chrome for Windows. You can use a different browser to perform this action.<\/p>\n<h3>Method 7: Try using a different web browser<\/h3>\n<p>Some users reported that they kept seeing the following error messages on Chrome:<\/p>\n<p>There is something wrong with the proxy server.<\/p>\n<p>There is no Internet connection.<\/p>\n<p>If you encounter the same problem, we suggest using other browsers like Edge or Firefox. Check if the issue is present on the other web browsers as well.<\/p>\n<p>We understand that it can be inconvenient to switch to a new browser. However, it is worth considering this as a temporary workaround while you are trying to fix the issue on your Chrome browser.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-the-best-internet-browser\/\">What is the Best Internet Browser?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 8: Removing suspicious or problematic programs<\/h3>\n<p>Another cause for the Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed error could be third-party programs interfering with your system.<\/p>\n<p>So, we advise you to locate the suspicious applications causing the problem on your computer.<\/p>\n<p>In most cases, the culprit is an application that can modify a PC\u2019s Internet settings.<\/p>\n<p>Some users reported that Browser Security had caused the issue on their PC. So, if you have something similar installed, we recommend removing it.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/make-system-lighter-by-removing-unneeded-items\/\">How to Uninstall Programs on Windows 10<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 9: Run the Internet connections troubleshooter<\/h3>\n<p>You could also try running the Internet Connections troubleshooter to try and fix issues with your internet connectivity. To do this on Windows 10:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press the Windows Key on your keyboard, type <em>troubleshoot<\/em> on the search box, and select <em>Troubleshoot settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Run-the-Internet-Connections-Troubleshooter-.webp\" alt=\"Press the Windows Key on your keyboard, type troubleshoot on the search box, and select Troubleshoot settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the <em>Additional troubleshooters<\/em> window, select <em>Internet Connections<\/em> and click on the <em>Run the troubleshooter<\/em> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-10-Additional-Troubleshooter.png\" alt=\"On the Additional troubleshooters window, select Internet Connections and click on the Run the troubleshooter button\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Wait for the troubleshooter to detect issues with your internet connectivity and follow the prompts.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, scroll to <em>Network Adapter<\/em> and repeat the steps above.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Run-additional-troubleshooters-on-Windows-10.png\" alt=\"Scroll toNetwork Adapter and repeat the steps above\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Once the troubleshooters have finished running, check if the issue has been resolved.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/speed-up-internet\/\">Boost Internet on Your PC: Tips for a Faster Connection<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The methods above should fix the \u2018No Internet. There is something wrong with the proxy server \u2019 problem. If you want a quick fix to all your computer problems, consider installing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a>. The tool performs a comprehensive analysis of your entire system, fixing performance issues and restoring your PC\u2019s health.<\/p>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Bottom_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"9260129453\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-box\"><div class=\"faq-box__tabs\"><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-1\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-1\"><span>What are proxy settings?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>Proxy settings are configuration options that determine how a device connects to the internet through a proxy server.<\/p>\n<p>These settings include the proxy server address, port number, and authentication credentials if required.<\/p>\n<p>By configuring proxy settings, users can route their internet traffic through a proxy server, which can provide benefits such as enhanced privacy, security, and performance.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-2\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-2\"><span> How to find proxy server address?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>To find the proxy server address on Windows 10, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the <em>Control Panel<\/em> and navigate to <em>Network and Internet &gt; Internet Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Connections<\/em> tab and click on the <em>LAN settings<\/em> button.<\/li>\n<li>In the <em>Proxy Server<\/em> section, the address and port number will be displayed. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-3\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-3\"><span> How to check proxy settings?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>To check proxy settings on Windows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press <em>Start<\/em>, type <em>proxy settings<\/em>, and hit <em>Enter<\/em>. This will open the <em>Settings<\/em> app with the <em>Proxy<\/em> section selected by default.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">In the <em>Settings<\/em> window, on the right pane, you can see if any proxy settings are enabled. If it <em>Automatically detect settings<\/em> toggle switch is turned on, then your system is configured to automatically detect proxy settings.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">If it the <em>Use a proxy server<\/em> toggle under <em>Manual proxy setup<\/em> is turned on, your system is configured to use a specific proxy setup. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-4\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-4\"><span> What is a proxy error?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>A proxy error, also known as a proxy server error, occurs when there is a problem with the communication between a client device and a proxy server.<\/p>\n<p>This error message typically indicates that the proxy server is unable to fulfill the client&#8217;s request or that there is an issue with the proxy server configuration.<\/p>\n<p>Common causes of proxy errors include incorrect proxy settings, network connectivity problems, server misconfigurations, or issues with the proxy server itself.<\/p>\n<p>To resolve a proxy error, you can try troubleshooting steps such as checking proxy settings, verifying network connectivity, or contacting the network administrator or proxy service provider for assistance.<\/div>\r\n<\/div> <\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve experienced the error &#8220;Err_Proxy_Connection_Failed,&#8221; you&#8217;re not alone. 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