Can't login to yahoo mail dns server might be unavailable
Frustrating!
The error "DNS server might be unavailable" when trying to log in to Yahoo Mail can be caused by several issues. Here are some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the problem:
- Check your internet connection: Ensure your internet connection is stable and working properly. Try accessing other websites or services to see if they're available.
- Flush your DNS cache: Clear your DNS cache to see if it resolves the issue. You can do this by:
- Windows: Press the Windows key + R, type
cmd, and press Enter. Typeipconfig /flushdnsand press Enter. - macOS: Go to System Preferences > Network > Advanced > DNS > Edit. Select the DNS server and click the minus (-) button to remove it. Then, click OK.
- Windows: Press the Windows key + R, type
- Check your DNS settings: Ensure your DNS settings are correct. You can do this by:
- Windows: Press the Windows key + R, type
ncpa.cpl, and press Enter. Right-click on your network adapter, select Properties, and ensure the DNS server is set to obtain an address automatically. - macOS: Go to System Preferences > Network > Advanced > TCP/IP > Renew DHCP Lease.
- Windows: Press the Windows key + R, type
- Try a different DNS server: Sometimes, a specific DNS server might be experiencing issues. Try using a different DNS server, such as Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare DNS (1.1.1.1).
- Check for malware: Malware can cause DNS issues. Run a full scan with your antivirus software to detect and remove any malware.
- Contact your ISP: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to see if there are any outages or issues with their DNS servers.
- Try a different browser or device: If you're using a specific browser or device, try using a different one to see if the issue persists.
- Clear browser cache and cookies: Clear your browser cache and cookies to ensure you're not experiencing any issues with your browser's storage.
- Check Yahoo Mail's status: Visit Yahoo's System Status page to see if there are any known issues with their services.
- Contact Yahoo Support: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you can contact Yahoo Support for further assistance.
Remember to be patient and try each step carefully to resolve the issue. Good luck!