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Windscribe Not Connecting: 6 Ways to Fix it Fast [Updated 2024]

Switching to a different server or changing protocol does the trick for most people

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Updated onAugust 1, 2024

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If Windscribe is not connecting and displaying errors instead, follow the guidelines below.

We figured out why the VPN can get stuck on Connecting or is displaying messages likewe’ve detected that your network settings may interfere with Windscribe.

Find below step-by-step instructions to make Windscribe work seamlessly:

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What to do if Windscribe doesn’t connect?

1. Try another server

When a VPN isn’t working, it might be due to overloaded servers. Simply disconnect from the problematic server andconnect to another oneto resolve the issue:

2. Change protocols

Due to technical reasons, not allVPNprotocols work in the same way. Sure, they encrypt your traffic and ultimately do the same thing more or less, but the way they do it is not identical.

That’s why if you notice that Windscribe is not connecting, switching protocols is a wise thing to do.

3. Reinstall Windscribe

As simple as it sounds, a reinstall can fix a lot of issues like corrupt files or outdated VPN versions.

After you uninstall Windscribe, it would be a good idea to make sure the associated TAP/TUN adapter driver is also uninstalled.

To do that, open Device Manager> Network Adapter>Locate Windsccribe WireGuard or something similar and select Uninstall.

Furthermore, instead of using the same installation kit you downloaded to your PC, you might want to visit Windscribe and download the latest installer version.

4. Flush your DNS

Your ISP-assigned DNS might be just a smidge restricted, which may result in various connectivity issues. It could also make Windscribe unable to connect. Just to get it out of the way, you should try switching to a free alternative, such as Google’s public DNS.

After, you should also perform a DNS flush. Now it’s not a must to flush your DNS (clear old DNS records), but it’s definitely recommended. Cached data build-ups, including DNS records, can get in the way and trigger connectivity issues.

If bad/outdated DNS information was what caused the error, Windscribe should connect and work without a hiccup after you change it.

1. Right-click yourStart menu.

2. SelectNetwork Connections.

Click theChange adapter optionsbutton.
Right-click your default Internet connection.
SelectProperties.
HighlightInternet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
Click thePropertiesbutton.
Toggle theUse the following DNS server addressesoption.
In thePreferredandAlternatefields type8.8.8.8, respectively8.8.4.4.
Click theOKbutton to confirm the changes you’ve done.
Now you should flush your DNS. To start off, press theWindowskey to open the search box.
Typecmdin the search box and right-click on the result, then selectRun as Administrator.

13.Type the commands below, each followed by theEnterkey:

ipconfig /flushdns

ipconfig /registerdns

ipconfig /release

ipconfig /renew

netsh winsock reset

Restart your PC .
Once your PC is back alive, you should launch Windscribe and try connecting to one of its servers.

5. Check your antivirus

Security software like firewalls or antivirus can block Windscribe’s internet connection. Check and remove any rules in your firewall or antivirus that might be restricting Windscribe to ensure it works properly.

6. Use another VPN

If your Windscribe is not working and you cannot get it to connect under any circumstance, then you might want to change to a different VPN.

ExpressVPN

Wrap up

We hope you managed to get your Windscribe working properly again using our guide. Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

Windscribe Not Connecting: 6 Ways to Fix it Fast [Updated 2024]#

What to do if Windscribe doesn’t connect?#

1. Try another server#

2. Change protocols#

3. Reinstall Windscribe#

4. Flush your DNS#

5. Check your antivirus#

6. Use another VPN#

ExpressVPN#

Wrap up#