What is the gws_rd=ssl#spf=1 Error & How to Fix it

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Published onSeptember 26, 2024

published onSeptember 26, 2024

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The gws_rd=ssl#spf=1 may appear on your browser address path when you visit a site. If your site loads, it isn’t much of a problem. It’s simply Google’s way of ensuring the data transmitted between the server and your browser is encrypted hence forcing the SSL connection.

The redirection is actually meant to ensure your web security is in place. However, if you experience extended load times, lagging or sites won’t load, then it may be another problem with your SSL certificate that needs to be addressed.

How do I get rid of the gws_rd=ssl#spf=1 error?

1. Verify the site’s certificate

2. Adjust your tracking prevention settings

3. Add the blocked site as a trusted site

4. Clear the SSL Certificate cache

5. Ensure site’s SSL certificate is valid

6. Turn off SSL scanning from antivirus software

6.1 BitDefender

6.2 AVAST

6.3 Kaspersky

Your antivirus software may be blocking legitimate HTTPS connections so disabling it temporarily can help get rid of this error. However, we do not recommend switching off this scan as it foregoes scanning any encrypted traffic that may contain malicious content that can infect your device.

For more like errors like thegwl_rd=sslorgws-rd-cr, check out our detailed article on how to resolve it. In future, we recommend leaning more towardsbrowsers focused on privacy and securityas they often integrate encryption features by default.

Otherwise, let us know if you have any other solutions that worked for you in the comment section.

What is the gws_rd=ssl#spf=1 Error & How to Fix it#

How do I get rid of the gws_rd=ssl#spf=1 error?#

1. Verify the site’s certificate#

2. Adjust your tracking prevention settings#

3. Add the blocked site as a trusted site#

4. Clear the SSL Certificate cache#

5. Ensure site’s SSL certificate is valid#

6. Turn off SSL scanning from antivirus software#