Reset Windows Proxy Settings: Windows Command Fix, Safe Steps and Explanation

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What this fix is for

Some Windows services use WinHTTP proxy settings separately from the browser. Resetting WinHTTP proxy can fix Store, update, and app connection problems left behind by VPN or proxy tools.

Before you run it

This clears system WinHTTP proxy configuration. If your workplace requires a proxy, ask the administrator before changing it.

Steps

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.

2. Run the command to clear WinHTTP proxy settings.

3. Restart apps that had connection errors.

After the command

Also check Settings > Network & internet > Proxy for user-level proxy settings.

Use this command only for the problem described on this page. Restart Windows after service, network, update, or file repair commands before testing again.

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Quick questions

Is this command safe for personal files?

This clears system WinHTTP proxy configuration. If your workplace requires a proxy, ask the administrator before changing it.

What should I do after running it?

Also check Settings > Network & internet > Proxy for user-level proxy settings.