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Safari displays 'server cannot be found' error when opening pages

I get this message trying to open some sites or links “SAFARI CANNOT OPEN THE PAGE BECAUSE THE SERVER CANNOT BE FOUND”


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If you receive an error message stating “Safari Cannot Open the Page Because the Server Cannot Be Found,” it does not necessarily indicate an issue with your iPhone or Safari itself.


This error generally means that Safari is unable to locate the server hosting the website. It could be caused by an incorrect URL, a DNS resolution problem, an unstable network connection, or an issue with the website's server.


Before assuming that the problem is with your iPhone, try opening the same website on another device, such as an iPad, Mac, or PC, connected to the same network.


  • If the website fails to open on all devices: The issue is more likely related to the website's server, DNS resolution, or your network connection rather than your iPhone.
  • If the website opens successfully on other devices connected to the same network: The problem may be specific to your iPhone, Safari, its DNS configuration, VPN, or network settings.
  • If the website opens on other devices using a different network: This could indicate a problem with your current Wi-Fi network, ISP, or DNS server.


Therefore, the error message alone is not sufficient to conclude that your iPhone is defective. You need to isolate the problem by checking whether the website is accessible from other devices and networks before proceeding with iPhone-specific troubleshooting.