How to Fix “Your Client Does Not Have Permission to Get URL” Error

The error “Your client does not have permission to get URL” means the server blocked your browser or app’s request due to lack of permission. This usually appears as a 403 Forbidden response, where the server knows the request but refuses to fulfill it.

This issue is often caused by using a VPN, which some web services block. Other reasons might be wrong browser settings, firewall limits, or incorrect server setups.

Now that you know the causes, let’s discuss the solutions.

1. Wait it Out

Sometimes, waiting can solve the problem. Temporary server issues, IP blocks, or traffic overloads might cause the error. Servers may reset and fix these issues on their own. This approach avoids unnecessary troubleshooting when the problem is beyond your control, like server maintenance or temporary network issues.

After waiting about 20-30 minutes, try accessing Google again to see if the problem has resolved.

2. Clear Cache and Cookies

By clearing your browser’s cache and cookies, you’re removing old data that might conflict with the website. Cached pages can hold outdated settings, and cookies can contain old login info. Refreshing these allows the browser to establish a new, clean connection with the website, resolving potential issues.

Note: Clearing your data will erase browsing data, cache, passwords, etc. Make sure to back up necessary information before proceeding.

1. Type “chrome://settings” in the Chrome address bar and press Enter.
2. Scroll to the bottom and click “Advanced.”
3. Under “Privacy and Security,” click “Clear browsing data.”
4. Select “All time,” check all options, and click “Clear browsing data.”
5. Restart your browser to check if the problem is resolved. Try clearing cache and cookies first. If needed, reset everything and try again.

3. Reinstall Chrome or Use Another Browser

Switching to another browser or reinstalling Chrome can fix issues with settings, corrupted files, or bad extensions. Over time, Chrome can collect faulty data that causes errors. Reinstalling or using a different browser gives you a fresh start, which often solves these problems. This is helpful if other fixes haven’t worked.

1. Press Windows + R, type “appwiz.cpl” in the dialog box, and press Enter.
2. Right-click ‘Google Chrome’, select Uninstall. Use another browser or device to visit Google’s official website and reinstall Chrome.

If this doesn’t work, try an alternative browser like Firefox or Opera.

Note: You should also try changing your network. Sometimes, the issue is network-related, not a problem with the browser.