← Back to DatabaseHow to Fix ERR_CACHE_MISS
Topic: Google Chrome Connection Errors | Status: Updated
What is this error?
ERR_CACHE_MISS is a common error in Google Chrome that indicates an issue with the browser's caching system. This error typically occurs when the browser is unable to retrieve a cached version of a web page, resulting in a failed load attempt.
How to Fix It
- Refresh the Page: Sometimes, a simple page refresh will resolve the issue. Press F5 or click the refresh button in your browser.
- Clear Browser Cache: Go to Chrome settings by clicking the three dots in the upper-right corner. Navigate to More Tools > Clear Browsing Data. Choose a time range and make sure the Cached images and files option is selected before clicking Clear data.
- Disable Browser Extensions: Some extensions can interfere with web page loading. Go to More Tools > Extensions and disable extensions one by one to identify any problematic ones.
- Check Server Settings: If you are a website owner, ensure that your server is correctly configured for caching. Incorrect settings can lead to cache errors on users' browsers.
- Reset Browser Settings: If the above steps fail, consider resetting Chrome to its default settings. Go to Settings > Advanced > Reset settings and then click Restore settings to their original defaults.
- Try Incognito Mode: Open an Incognito window (shortcut: Ctrl+Shift+N) as this mode does not use cached files. If the page loads correctly, the issue might be related to your cache or extensions.
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