How to Fix the “NET::ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” Error on Windows 10

The “NET::ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” error is a system error. In general, you may meet it when you try to access specific websites on Google Chrome even if they are legitimate and trustworthy.

The “ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” error indicates that an Internet connection or the device itself is preventing Google Chrome from loading the page because the page is not secure and accessing it poses a risk to personal privacy. Then, let’s see how to fix the annoying issue.

Fix 1: Clear Browser Cache on Chrome

Sometimes, the corrupted Chrome cache can cause the ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID issue. So, you can try clearing it to fix the problem. Here is a guideline below for you.

Step 1. In the Chrome page, press Ctrl + Shift + Delete keys at the same time to open the Clear browsing data window.

Step 2. Go to the Advanced tab and select All time from the drop-down menu.

Step 3. Check the Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files boxes.

Step 4. Click the Clear data button to apply this change.

Also see: Google Chrome Is Waiting for Cache – How to Fix

Fix 2: Reinstall Google Chrome

Reinstalling Google Chrome will replace the previous files and get the latest version. It is reported that some people resolve the “Chrome NET::ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” issue by this method.

Step 1. Right-click the Start button and select App and Features (Programs and Features) from the listed menu.

Step 2. In the pop-up window, find Google Chrome on the right side and double click it and select Uninstall.

After uninstalling Google Chrome, download from the official website and reinstall it, and then check if the error persists.

Also see: Solved: Google Chrome Not Responding on Windows 10/8.1/7

Fix 3: Disable Windows Firewall Temporarily

As firewall malfunctioning can also lead to the “NET::ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” issue, you can try disabling your Windows Firewall temporarily. The steps are as follows:

Step 1. Type Windows Defender Firewall in the Search box to open it.

Step 2. Click Turn Windows Defender on or off.

Step 3. Then check the Turn off Windows Firewall (not recommended) box under both the Private network settings and Public network settings parts.

Now, you can check to see if the error has been fixed.

Fix 4: Replace Current DNS Servers

You can also try to replace current DNS serves with Google DNS servers to fix the “NET::ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” error. Follow the steps below:

Step 1. Type Control Panel in the Search menu to open it.

Step 2. Click the Network & Sharing settings part to open it.

Step 3. Click Change adapter settings and right-click your network adapter to select Properties.

Step 4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and open Properties.

Step 5. Click the Use the following DNS server addresses: option and enter the following DNS server addresses:

8.8.8.8

8.8.4.4

Step 6. Apply the changes and restart your PC to check if the error has gone.

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Fix 5: Modify Network and Sharing Settings

If all of the methods above an’t fix the issue, you can try modify network and sharing settings. Here is how to do that:

Step 1. Open Control Panel and click Network & Sharing Center.

Step 2. Select Change advanced sharing settings on the left.

Step 3. Expand the Home or work network (Current Profile) and Public network section.

Step 4. Now disable the Network Discovery, File and printer sharing, and Public Folder Sharing options.

Step 5. Finally, turn on the Password protected sharing option.

Now, the issue should be fixed.

Final Words

To sum up, this post has introduced 5 ways to fix the “NET::ERR_CERT_DATE_INVALID” error. If you come across the same issue, try these solutions. If you have any better solution to fix it, you can also share it in the comment zone.