This article describes how to clear the DNS cache on your computer.
Many computer operating systems use caching to store DNS lookup results. Normally this is not a problem, and accelerates network performance. However, when you are developing a web site or configuring domain settings, your computer's DNS cache can get in the way, preventing you from accessing the correct site.
To clear the DNS cache, follow the appropriate procedure below for your computer's operating system or web browser.
To clear the DNS cache on Microsoft Windows, follow these steps:
- Open a DOS command window. To do this, click Start, click Run, type cmd, and then press Enter.
- At the command prompt, type the following command and then press Enter
ipconfig /flushdns - The DNS cache is now clear.
