If you are looking for ways to fix Google Chrome error 138, read the article below. You will find several solutions that will help you resolve your Chrome browser error and get you back on your browsing.
Google Chrome Error 138 is a common problem encountered by users when they are trying to use the browser to surf the web.
The error shows when Chrome is unable to access your Internet.
The message appears:
Error code: Error 138 (net::ERR_NETWORK _ACCESS_DENIED): Unable to access the network
Causes of Google Chrome Error 138
One of the reasons why you encounter such browser error is due to your Internet connection. It may be that there is a software or an app that blocks your connection.
How to Solve Google Chrome Error 138?
Solution 1- Check Your Internet Connection
First, check the status of your Internet connection. You may also try to see if only Google Chrome has a connectivity problem. Try opening other browsers if you are able to connect. If other browsers experience the same error, restart your router. However, if you can connect to the Internet with other browsers, a software may be blocking Chrome.
Solution 2 – Add Google Chrome to Firewall List
Your Windows Firewall may be blocking your Google Chrome so best to add it to the list of exceptions.
- Click Start.
- On the search box, type Windows Firewall and hit Enter.
- Under the Control Panel, click Allow a program through Windows Firewall.
- Next, at the bottom, click the Allow another program button.
- Look for Google Chrome on the list.
- Then, click the Add button.
- Go back to the previous screen and click OK.
- Restart your computer and try to open your Google Chrome if the error is still there.
You may also check with your third-party antivirus if Google Chrome is on the list of not. If not, add the browser to your antivirus list as well.
Solution 3 – Delete Your Chrome Profile
- Press Windows key + R to open run dialog box.
- Type: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Google\Chrome\User Data\
- Click Enter.
- Look for the Default folder and rename it to Default.old
- Restart your computer and try to launch Google Chrome again.
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