This post ofMiniTooloffers multiple useful methods for you to get rid of the error.

Whats more, you could also meet the error because your gear is attacked by malware.

Then how to fix the proxy server isnt responding error?

choose Options

The methods are shown below.

Here is the tutorial:

Step 1: Open your net web surfer and then click theMenuto chooseOptions.

Now you might find out if you still meet the proxy server is refusing connections error.

choose No proxy

Here is a quick guide:

Step 1: Press theWindows+Rkeys to open theRunbox.

Then, typeinetcpl.cpland clickOK.

Step 2: Go to theConnectionstab and click theLAN settingsbutton.

click LAN settings

Step 3: Uncheck theUse a proxy server for your LANbox, and then clickOKto save changes.

Now, you’re able to open your web app to find out if the error is fixed.

Now you’re free to open your internet tool to find out if the error is fixed.

disable Use a proxy server

In this case, you should do the following:

VPN not connecting on Windows 10?

VPN not working when connect to Internet?

Fix VPN not connecting in Windows 10 with the 6 solutions in this post.

How to Fix VPN Not Connecting on Windows 10 – 6 Ways