DNS cache

To clear the DNS cache, follow the instructions for your operating system:

MacOS

Open the terminal and paste the command below:

sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder;sudo killall mDNSResponderHelper;sudo dscacheutil -flushcache

Microsoft Windows 8 (Or above)

  1. Select Win + X to open the WinX menu.

  2. Right-click Command Prompt > Run as Administrator.

  3. Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.

Microsoft Windows 7

  1. Click the Start Menu.

  2. Type CMD in the Search Box.

  3. Right-click Command Prompt > Run as Administrator.

  4. Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.

Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, Or Vista

  1. Select Win + R to open the Run... Dialog.

  2. Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.

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