Share this article
Improve this guide
Google Earth cannot connect to server? Here’s how to fix it
5 min. read
Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
Share this article
Improve this guide
Read our disclosure page to find out how can you help Windows Report sustain the editorial teamRead more
Key notes
Google Earth is an amazing tool that helps you explore the globe from the comfort of your home, but sometimes using this program might end in aproxy servererror.
Surely enough, you can use Google Earth even if you’re behind aproxy. However, like any other online utilities, Google Earth can also experience connectivity issues.
The servererrorusually means that the desktop version of this app (called Google Earth Pro) can’t communicate with Google’s servers. As a result, you might not be able to use the program as intended, or at all.
World-class 24/7 support with 83% for a 3 years plan and 3 months free.
Amazing connection speed with 35% off and 3 months free for the 1-year plan.
Best security protocols with 83% off and 2 months free for a 2-year plan.
How to fix Google Earth server error?
1. Use the Repair Tool
If this fix doesn’t seem to be working, try closing Google Earth Pro after launching the Repair Tool. Make sure that the tool is still running, even with Google Earth Pro being closed.
Another possible workaround is backing up the entire My Places folder somewhere on your PC, repeating the steps above, and also selecting theDelete My Placesoption.
Note that it’s not mandatory to back up the content of the folder. You should only perform the backup if the content of the folder is important and you don’t want to lose your saved data.
2. Wait it out
Sometimes, due to various server-side reasons that have nothing to do with you, Google Earth might not be able to communicate with Google’s servers.
Thus, in this situation, the best approach would be waiting for the issue to fix itself. More often than not it’s related to maintenance work.
3. Use a VPN
If your network is poorly configured in terms of routing and resource allocation, you may experience the occasional connection error, even with Google Earth.
Private Internet Access
VPNssuch asKape Technologies’PIA are designed to go around your default ISP connection, thus circumventing any badly-configured connection segments.
In turn, you may also notice speed improvements, not to mention privacy and security perks that are associated withVPNusage.
4. Flush your DNS
Flushing yourDNSis a healthy practice, as it makes sure your system doesn’t cache old, outdated, or inaccurate information.
In our case, having an old cache can prevent you from accessing Google Earth servers properly, and might even trigger the infamous proxy error.
5. Check your firewall
This should be quite obvious. If you’re using a firewall (you should) to manage incoming and outgoing connections to and from your PC, make sure Google Earth connections aren’tblacklisted.
Furthermore, you also need to check if the Google Earth app isn’t blocked in any way by your firewall. The same rule applies to your antivirus software, as this type of utility can also restrict certain apps from functioning properly on your PC.
6. Disable proxy usage
While using a proxy server, Google Earth might not be able to access its servers properly. First of all, check that your PC doesn’t rely on a proxy connection.
Try disabling the proxy connection temporarily, just enough to test if Google Earth works withoutproxy. If it does, it means that the issue is likely to have been triggered by theproxy.
In this case, you can either check theproxy‘s configuration or switch it off whenever you plan on using Google Earth.
Final thoughts on Google Earth proxy server error
All things considered, Google Earth can sometimes have issues connecting to Google’s servers. Although most of the time this issue is only temporary and fixes itself rather quickly, sometimes it can also be triggered by certain factors.
For instance, poorly-applied firewall filters and rules can tamper with Google Earth’s ability to connect to its servers. The same goes for outdated cached content on your PC, which can be easily solved by flushing yourDNS.
Last, but not least, aVPNcan save you from all the headaches of having a poorly-configured connection. However, it’s not guaranteed to work all the time, especially if the underlying issue has nothing to do with improper routing.
[wl_navigator]
More about the topics:Fix network issues,VPN
Vlad Constantinescu
Vlad might have a degree in Animal Husbandry and Livestock Management, but he’s currently rocking anything software related, ranging from testing programs to writing in-depth reviews about them.
He spent 3-4 years as a software editor at Softpedia and another year as a VPN specialist before he landed his current job as an author at Windows Report.
In his free time, Vlad enjoys playing guitar, doing jigsaw puzzles, researching cybersecurity, and even having a good read on rainy days.
User forum
0 messages
Sort by:LatestOldestMost Votes
Comment*
Name*
Email*
Commenting as.Not you?
Save information for future comments
Comment
Δ
Vlad Constantinescu
