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How do I fix an error 520?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

Error 520 is a common error code that occurs when a web server is unable to connect to the requested website. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including DNS issues, network problems, or server problems.

Users typically search for a solution by asking about:

  • error code 521
  • error 520

1. Check the URL of the website you are trying to access and make sure it is spelled correctly

  1. Open your web browser and navigate to the website you are trying to access.
  2. Type the URL of the website into the address bar of your web browser.
  3. Make sure that the URL is spelled correctly. If it is not, you will likely experience an error message identified as "Error 520."
  4. Try retyping the URL into your web browser's address bar. If the URL still does not work, you will need to contact the website's administrator for assistance.

2. Clear your browser's cache and cookies and try accessing the website again

  1. Click on the " Clear browsing data " button on the browser toolbar.
  2. Click on the " Clear cookies and cache " button.
  3. Click on the " Clear all " button.
  4. Try accessing the website again.

3. Try accessing the website from a different browser

If you are using Chrome, Firefox, or Opera, the first step is to exit out of the current website. Next, you will need to open a new browser window and go to the website. If you are using Internet Explorer, the first step is to click on the "Tools" tab and then click on "Internet Options." The next step is to click on the "Advanced" tab and then click on the "Reset" button. In the "Reset Internet Explorer" dialog box, you will need to click on the "Delete Personal Settings" button. After you have clicked on the "Delete Personal Settings" button, you will need to click on the "Reset" button again. The final step is to click on the "Close" button.

4. If you are still unable to access the website, contact the website's administrator for assistance

If you are still unable to access the website, contact the website's administrator for assistance in order to fix error 520.