How to Flush DNS

Command Prompt and Windows Powershell, which is a new addition to Windows, can be used to clear DNS cache.

Option 1 – Command Prompt

To reset the DNS resolver cache, perform the following steps:

1. Click the Start button, then type cmd

2. Right-click Command Prompt, then choose Run as Administrator.

3. Type ipconfig /flushdns then press Enter. (be sure there is a space before the slash)

A command box will flash on the screen for a split second, and the DNS Resolver cache is cleared

Option 2 – Windows PowerShell

1. Select the Start button, then type powershell

2. Select Windows PowerShell

3. Type the following command, then press Enter:

4. Clear-DnsClientCache

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