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How to Fix ‘DNS Server Not Responding’ Error in Windows

On: September 9, 2026
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Summary: The ‘DNS Server Not Responding’ error prevents your web browser from translating web domain names into IP addresses. Learn how to flush DNS cache and change to Google Public DNS.

Step 1: Flush DNS Cache via Command Prompt

Step 1.1: Run CMD as Admin

Type cmd in Start search, right-click, and choose Run as Administrator.

Step 1.2: Execute Flush Commands

Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter. Next, run netsh winsock reset and restart your computer.

Step 2: Switch to Google Public DNS Servers

Change IPv4 DNS settings to 8.8.8.8 (Preferred) and 8.8.4.4 (Alternate) for faster and more reliable web browsing.

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