The browser is fast, has a great in-built download manager, and a massive library of useful extensions. However, it’s not free from issues. Sometimes, when you open a web page, it delays for a while and returns the annoying Resolving Host error in the status bar. This issue comes up when the pre-fetching operation in Google Chrome goes wrong due to several factors. This issue also affects Safari, Firefox, Edge, and other major web browsers.

Why does my browser keep saying resolving the host?

Resolving host means your browser is translating web addresses you enter in your browser’s address bar into the IP addresses of the sites you want to visit. If your internet is poor or misconfigured, the browser wouldn’t be able to locate the correct IP address and returns the resolving host error.

Why is resolving host taking so long?

Resolving the host will take longer if the DNS Server configured by the internet service provider is having difficulty finding a mapping address for the URL you want to visit. Another reason it might take long is the poor internet connection or wrong settings.

Quick Tip:

It’s possible that your browser is actually at fault, so we suggest trying to open the same page from a browser that’s known to be reliable and error-free, such as Opera. The browser includes all the standard features you need, is very light and secure and has a much lower error rate when compared to other options on the market.

How do I fix the Resolving Host error?

1. Flush DNS Cache and reset TCP/IP

You will see the message Successfully flushed the DNS Resolve Cache if done correctly.

2. Clear your browser’s DNS cache

Clearing the host cache on Chrome is a quick way to solve the resolving host issue. Ensure to restart your browser when the process is complete to sync the changes.

3. Disable IPv6 to fix the resolving host error

4. Disable DNS prediction

The preload pages feature helps to speed up browsing speed considerably. However, it might be the cause of the resolving host issue.

5. Edit hosts profile

6. Disable VPN service

From VPN extensions

Disabling VPN programs

7. Disconnect from proxy

What does it mean to resolve an IP address?

Domain resolution helps to convert domains to an IP address. Since an IP address is a numerical address used to identify a site on a network, it makes sense to use the Domain Name instead to facilitate the memory. So, this Domain is resolved to an IP address when you need to visit a site.

How do I know if my IP address is resolving?

To resolve your IP address is resolved on a local computer, you can add entries to the local host files on your computer. With this, you can be sure that your IP address will be resolved. If all seven solutions above don’t fix the resolving host error, do well to contact your internet service provider. Inform that above the challenge and the troubleshooting steps you’ve taken so far. At this point, your ISP can fix the problem from their end or recommend further troubleshooting steps.

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