Fix ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR in Chrome

Error 107 or ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR frequently occurs among users of Chrome web browser. It can be quite annoying if you don’t have access to popular websites that you need for daily computing tasks, such as Gmail, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Just like other Chrome-related issues, there are many factors that can trigger this issue.

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Fix ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR error

Here are some solutions you can try to fix err_ssl_protocol error in Chrome.

1. Disable Chrome extensions

There is a high chance that an unknown extension installed on Chrome can cause the ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR error. Please follow the steps below to disable or remove the extension:

Go to “chrome://extensions” in the address bar.
You will see a list of all installed extensions on Chrome.
Identify the extension that may be causing the problem. Disable one of them by unchecking the “Enabled” checkbox. Check if the issue has been resolved.
If you find the culprit, click the trash icon to uninstall it. You may find an alternative that doesn’t trigger the error.

Note All you have to do is open Chrome in incognito mode and check if the page is opening. All extensions will be automatically disabled in incognito mode unless you select “Allow incognito” mode for the extension.

2. Use VPN

It’s possible that a website you can’t access has been accidentally blocked by your ISP. Please note that some countries explicitly block websites and provide censored internet access. The solution is to use a good VPN software so that you have an indirect way to access the website.

View the best VPN software on the web based on the latest rankings. There are many good free VPN software solutions available for simulating access from different countries.
However, we strongly recommend using a good and reliable VPN service such as VyprVPN or ExpressVPN.

Restart Chrome and see if you can access the website. That is caused by an external issue, most likely an issue with your ISP. If you still can’t access the website via VPN, there may be other issues and you should try other solutions.

3. Synchronize your computer date and time

If your Internet date and time don’t match the rest of the world, you may have problems accessing websites. Check that your date and time match the server. If not, you should perform the following steps:

You can usually view your computer’s date and time in the system tray that appears in the lower right corner of Windows.
Search for and open your time settings, go to the Internet Time tab, and click Change Settings.
All time server options are equally reliable. Click the “Update Now” button to synchronize your computer date and time.
Make sure the “Synchronize with Internet time server” option is selected.

Restart Chrome and check if the web page can be viewed without SSL protocol errors.

4. Delete host file

The Hosts file is actually a text file without an extension. It stores a list of IP addresses and associated domain names. By deleting the Hosts file, your computer will create a new computer with an updated IP address. In this order:

Go to “C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc” in Windows File Explorer. Here, we assume that you have Windows installed on the C: drive, otherwise you should use the correct drive where the Windows operating system is installed.
Locate the “hosts” file. If you are worried that deleting the Hosts file may cause more problems, you can right-click and select the Rename option. Choose any name you want, for example “hosts1”.

Restart your Chrome web browser and check if this resolves the issue.

5. Clear SSL status

If your SSL status is not cleared properly, your SSL connection may be blocked. Follow these steps to clear your SSL status

Go to Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
Look for Internet Options in the lower left corner and click on it. A new window will open.
Click the Content tab, then click Clear SSL. Wait for the “SSL cache cleared successfully” message to appear.

Restart your Chrome web browser and check if your issue is resolved.

6. Check your antivirus program

Some antivirus programs can be very strict, which can cause problems with your network connection. Most antivirus programs monitor the web pages you visit. If the website uses an outdated SSL/TLS protocol, you won’t be able to access it.

You may need to lower your protection level, and the method of doing this depends on the software. For example, you should check whether the program scans the SSL protocol. If so, you should disable it and see if the problem persists. If you still receive ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR, restore your antivirus program to its original settings.

Summary

The above solutions should resolve ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR in most cases. If you still get the error, you should clear your history, cache, and cookies. In some cases, it might be a good idea to flush your DNS. The last option is to reset your browser and check if that helps access the web page.