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Fix HttpConnectTimeoutException

in Selenium

Solution

The HttpConnectTimeoutException in Selenium usually occurs when the WebDriver (e.g., ChromeDriver, GeckoDriver) fails to establish a connection with the browser within the default timeout period. To fix this, increase the connection timeout using DesiredCapabilities or ChromeOptions (or equivalent for other browsers) by setting `timeouts.implicit_wait` and `pageLoadStrategy`. Alternatively, verify that the WebDriver executable is compatible with your browser version and that no firewalls are blocking the connection.

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First reported:Aug 26, 2025
Last reported:Aug 26, 2025

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