Have you ever wondered what the 'Unusual Traffic' error on Google means and how to fix it? When this error appears, you're asked to verify the captcha. 🤔

This error may appear when you type a query into the Google search box and press the search button. When you see the error screen, you're being asked to solve a CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing test to distinguish between humans and computers). 🔍

Why do I see 'Unusual traffic from your computer network'?

You typically see the error screen when Google detects automated traffic. If you're using a bot or script to send automated traffic to Google, you'll see this screen. 🚫

Google considers automated traffic when you do these things:

• You submit searches from robots, software, automated services, or search scrapers.
• You use programs that send searches to Google to see how a website or page is ranked in Google.

So, if you're doing either of these two things, you have a reason. But, in addition to what Google considers, other factors can trigger the 'Unusual traffic from your computer network' error. Here are a few of them.

• You're searching too fast. 🏃‍♂️
• You use third-party browser extensions.
• You search Google from a shared network.
• You use VPN or Proxy services.
• Your PC has malware.

If you're using any software or bot that sends automated traffic to Google, you can stop using it to resolve the issue. Try these methods if you're still receiving the unusual traffic error from your computer network.

1. Solve the CAPTCHA

As we all know, when Google detects that a user is sending automated traffic, it displays the 'Unusual Traffic' error. 🛑

Along with the error, you'll also see an option asking you to confirm that you're not a robot. Tap on I'm not a robot  to remove the error message.

If you don't see the "I'm not a robot" option, you'll be asked to solve an image captcha. Take the test to resolve the "Unusual traffic" error message. ✔️

2. Slow down your search speed

Using Google too quickly is similar to using a bot or programs to send automated traffic. So, if you search too quickly, you'll see the "Unusual traffic from your computer network" screen. ⚡

Most of the time, users see the error simply because they're searching too quickly. In such cases, Google classifies those searches as automated.

The best thing you can do is restart your web browser and slow down. You can use Google for an unlimited amount of time, but make sure it's not so fast that you look like a bot. 🐢

3. Disable VPN/Proxy services

Using VPN or proxy services often leads to an "Unusual Traffic" error in Google search. This occurs due to the blocked IP addresses assigned by VPNs and proxy services. 🌐

Additionally, the VPN redirects your traffic through an encrypted server, making it difficult for Google to detect your actual location, forcing it to assume your connection is 'automated' or 'botted'. 🔒

So, if you want to fix the issue of Google keeping asking you to fill out the Image Captcha, you need to disable any VPN or Proxy services you're using.

4. Flush the DNS cache

Although the DNS cache isn't directly linked to the Google search error, flushing the DNS cache has helped many users deal with the same issue. 💻

It's easy to flush the DNS cache on a PC. Follow the simple steps below.

1. Click on Windows search and type Command Prompt. Then, right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.

2. When the Command Prompt opens, run the following command:

ipconfig/release

3. Next, you need to run this command:

ipconfig/renew

Now restart your web browser and use Google Search again. This time, you won't see the Google Image Captcha again. 🔄

5. Delete Browsing History

If the search engine keeps asking you to fill out the text or image captcha every time you search, you need to clear your browsing history. Since the search giant uses cookies to detect bots and automated software, clearing your browsing history and cookies can help. 🧹

Below we have demonstrated the steps for the Google Chrome browserYou should do the same in any other web browser you use.

1. Open the Google Chrome browser and click on the three points in the upper right corner.

2. From the list of options that appears, select More tools > Clear browsing data.

3. Switch to the tab Advanced and select Since always in the time range.

4. Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files. Once you've done this, click the button. Delete data.

Here's how to delete browsing data and cookies from your Google Chrome browser.

6. Perform an antivirus scan

Malware can run in the background and track all your search queries. It can even steal your browsing data and information from your PC. 😱

Therefore, you need to run a full scan with Windows Security to remove the hidden malware that's causing the "Unusual traffic from your computer network" error in the search engine. Here's what you should do.

1. First, click on Windows search and type Windows Security. Then, open the Windows Security app from the list.

2. When the Windows Security app opens, switch to the Security tab. Protection against viruses and threats. 🔒

3. On the right side, click on Analysis options.

4. Select 'Full Scan' and click the button Analyze now.

The full scan may take up to an hour to complete, so do not restart or shut down your computer if the process appears to be stuck.

7. Switch to a Different Web Browser

If the problem is with your IP address, you'll be prompted to solve the image CAPTCHA regardless of which web browser you use. 🔄

However, if you're asked to prove you're not a bot due to incorrect browser settings, switching web browsers may help.

Switching browsers has helped many users resolve the issue of Google constantly prompting you to fill out the image Captcha. So, if nothing has worked so far, you can also try that. Or, you can wait until Google removes the obstacles for you. ⏳

Having Google repeatedly ask you to fill out the image captcha can be problematic, especially if you rely heavily on Google's search engine. Most of the time, a reboot, resetting your router, or the methods we've shared will fix the problem. If you need more help resolving the Google 'Unusual Traffic' error, let us know in the comments. 🗨️