Network/Browser

DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_BAD_CONFIG DNS setup problem

error meaning

A configuration issue has been detected with your browser's DNS resolution.

Frequently Occurring Situations

Several sites do not open after changing DNS settings.

First thing to check

Check whether you changed DNS or VPN settings just before the problem started.

main causes

  • Invalid DNS settings
  • VPN settings conflict
  • Router setup issues

Step-by-step solution

If it is checked and resolved from above, you do not need to proceed to the next step.

1. Check occurrence conditions

Several sites do not open after changing DNS settings.

Difficulty Easy · Estimated time 5 minutes

  1. Check whether you changed DNS or VPN settings just before the problem started.

Check points: Record the error code, when it occurred, and any recent changes.

2. DNS Settings Troubleshooting Procedures

A configuration issue has been detected with your browser's DNS resolution.

Difficulty Moderate · Estimated time 10~30 minutes

  1. If you entered manual DNS incorrectly on your private network, restore the original settings or automatic assignments.
  2. Compare other devices before and after VPN connection and check your router DNS settings.

Check points: Check if name resolution for multiple domains works again.

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Content review date: 2026-10-07

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