People have reportedly encountered error 15 net err_socket_not_connected in Google Chrome when try to visit Google websites and services on the Google Chrome web browsers. It is a vague and random issue that does not relate to any specific website.
The issue can occur due to various factors. Usually, the socket on the web browser is problematic. The socket pool might get corrupted due to which it is not working. You would require flushing the sockets in order to resolve the issue.
However, there could be a case that the Chrome fails to connect due to the DNS server is not accessible. That requires setting the Google DNS to get the required fix. Other fixes that you should have to try is to check for the server issues, problems with browser storage or installation file, third party apps and malware.
The err_socket_not_connected windows 10 can be related to other files and programs with Windows OS system. If that is the case, it is possible to get an automatic fix for the issue by using PC Repair Tool. Here is its direct download link.
Other problems discussed above require manual solutions. Below are the possible manual fixes that you should try:
Possible fixes for error 15 net err_socket_not_connected
Fix 1: Flush the Socket Pool
If Socket Pool is corrupted and not working, here are the steps you should follow to repair it:
- Open Google Chrome and search for chrome://net-internals/,
- Click on Sockets from the left pane,
- Choose Flush sockets pools option on the right,
- Restart your chrome now and see if the problem is resolved.
Fix 2: Change the DNS server
Here is what you should do if Chrome can’t connect due to DNS server is not accessible:
- Right-click on the Network on the Taskbar and select Network and Sharing Center,
- Click on the Change Adapter Settings option,
- Now, search for network connection you are using,
- Right-click on it and go to its properties,
- Choose Internet Protocol 4 (TCP/IPv4) option,
- Click on the Properties button,
- Then, click on the checkbox for the option that says Use the following DNS server addresses,
- Type in 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 and click Ok.
Fix 3: Clear the web browsers
If you still encounter err_socket_not_connected windows 10, we recommend clear your web browser applications:
- Open Chrome and click on the three vertical dot on the top-right corner of the page,
- Go to the More tools option and select Extensions,
- Click on Recycle bin and select Remove,
- Restart Chrome and again click on the three vertical dot,
- This time, select Open a specific page or set of pages,
- Click on set pages, if it is active, overwrite the URL.
Fix 4: Reset Chrome
If the problem continues, we recommend you reset your Google Chrome:
- Press Win+ R, type the following in the Run dialogue box and hit Enter:
%USERPROFILE%AppDataLocalGoogleChromeUser Data
- Search for Default folder, tap shift+ Delete and Click Yes to the confirmation prompt,
- Open Google Chrome now and click on the three vertical dots,
- Select Settings and scroll down to click Advanced,
- Click on Reset Settings option and then on Restore Settings to their original default option,
- Click on Reset Settings option now to confirm.
Conclusion
That’s all! We have provided all possible fixes for error 15 net err_socket_not_connected. Hopefully, the above provided methods help you in getting the error fix. Comment down below if you have any doubt in any step of the methods provided.
