The Chrome ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS error, also known as a redirect loop, occurs when a website keeps redirecting between URLs endlessly. Chrome stops after too many redirects and shows the error instead. You will see “This page isn’t working” and “[site] redirected you too many times.” Google’s Chrome error help says the usual fix on your side is to delete the site’s cookies, because cookies that aren’t working correctly can stop pages from opening.
Quick Fixes to Try First
Before diving into detailed solutions, try these quick fixes:
- Clear cookies for the specific website.
- Access the site in incognito mode.
- Try a different browser to see if it’s a server-side issue.
- Ensure you’re using the correct URL format (e.g., http vs https, www vs non-www).
- Access a different page on the same website.
Fix 1: Clear Cookies for Specific Site
Corrupted cookies often cause redirect loops. Here’s how to clear them:
Chrome Desktop
- Select More > Settings.
- Select Privacy and security > Third-party cookies > See all site data and permissions.
- Search for the website’s name, select Delete next to it, and confirm.
- Reload the page.
Or, to clear all cookies:
- Press Ctrl+Shift+Delete (Cmd+Shift+Delete on Mac), or select More > Delete browsing data.
- Select time range “All time.”
- Check the cookies box. Deleting all cookies signs you out of most sites.
- Select “Delete data.” Google’s cookie help has the full steps.
Fix 2: Use Incognito Mode
- Press Ctrl+Shift+N (Cmd+Shift+N on Mac) to open incognito mode.
- Try accessing the website.
- If it works, the issue is likely with cookies or extensions.
Fix 3: Clear Entire Browser Cache
- Press Ctrl+Shift+Delete (Cmd+Shift+Delete on Mac).
- Select “All time” for the time range.
- Check Cached images and files and the cookies box. Add Browsing history only if you also want it gone.
- Select “Delete data.”
- Restart Chrome.
Fix 4: Disable Extensions
Extensions can interfere with redirects, especially ad blockers and privacy extensions.
- Go to
chrome://extensions. - Toggle off all extensions.
- Try accessing the website.
- If it works, re-enable extensions one by one to find the culprit.
Common problematic extensions include:
- Ad blockers
- Privacy extensions
- VPN extensions
- Cookie management extensions
Fix 5: Check URL Format
Try different URL variations:
- https://www.example.com
- https://example.com
- http://www.example.com
- http://example.com
Sometimes the site only works with a specific format.
Fix 6: Reset Chrome Settings
- Go to Chrome Settings.
- Click “Reset settings” in the left sidebar. Our reset guide explains what changes.
- Click “Restore settings to their original defaults.”
- Click “Reset settings.”
- Restart Chrome.
Windows-Specific Fixes
- Flush DNS Cache:
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
- Run:
ipconfig /flushdns - Restart browser.
macOS-Specific Fixes
- Flush DNS Cache:
- Open Terminal.
- Run:
sudo dscacheutil -flushcache; sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder
Android Fixes
- Open Chrome and tap More > Settings.
- Tap Privacy and security > Delete browsing data.
- Check the cookies item and cached images and files.
- Tap “Delete data.”
iOS Fixes
- Open Chrome and tap the three dots > Settings.
- Go to Privacy and Security > Delete Browsing Data.
- Select the cookies item and the cached images and files item.
- Confirm the delete.
- Or delete and reinstall the Chrome app.
Advanced Troubleshooting
- Check Chrome DevTools:
- Press F12 to open DevTools.
- Go to the Network tab.
- Reload the page and look at the redirect chain to see where the loop occurs.
- Check if VPN or Proxy is causing the issue:
- Disable VPN temporarily.
- Check Chrome Settings > System > Open your computer’s proxy settings.
- Try a different network:
- Switch from WiFi to mobile data.
- This can help identify if it’s a network-level issue.
- Check if the site is down:
- Use downdetector.com, or ask someone on another network to try the site.
- The problem may be server-side.
If It’s a Website You Own/Manage
- Check .htaccess file for redirect rules.
- Verify WordPress Site URL and Home URL settings.
- Check SSL/HTTPS redirect configuration.
- Review CDN settings (Cloudflare, etc.).
- Check for conflicting redirect plugins.
- Verify domain and hosting configuration.
When the Problem is Server-Side
- Wait for the website to fix the issue.
- Contact the website owner.
- Use Wayback Machine: web.archive.org.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS error in Chrome. If the problem persists, it may be due to a server-side issue, which requires attention from the website’s administrator.