How to Fix Localhost Refused to Connect in VSCode – Full Tutorial

Описание: How to Fix Localhost Refused to Connect in VSCode

When VSCode projects struggle with "localhost refused to connect," the issue typically lies with the development server or its configuration, rather than VSCode itself. VSCode is an editor; it doesn't run the server directly but rather facilitates its execution.

The primary cause is often the server not running. If you're using a VSCode extension like Live Server, ensure it's active and started. For Node.js projects, confirm your `npm start` or `node your-app.js` command ran successfully in the integrated terminal and didn't crash. Python's Flask or Django, PHP's built-in server – verify their startup commands. Look for error messages in the VSCode terminal where you initiated the server.

Incorrect port configuration is another common pitfall. Double-check that the port your application is trying to access (e.g., in your JavaScript, Python, or PHP code) matches the port your server is actually listening on. Mismatches prevent connection.

Firewall settings on your operating system can block incoming connections to localhost. Temporarily disabling your firewall (Windows Defender Firewall, macOS Firewall) can help diagnose. If it works, you'll need to create an inbound rule for your specific server application or the port it uses.

Antivirus software can also be overly aggressive, sometimes blocking legitimate localhost connections. Briefly disable your antivirus or check its network protection settings to see if it's interfering.

Ensure there are no other applications already using the required port. If another process is listening on, say, port 3000, your new server won't be able to bind to it, resulting in a "refused" error. Use commands like `netstat -ano` (Windows) or `lsof -i :PORT` (Linux/macOS) to identify port usage.

Finally, while rare, corrupted or misconfigured VSCode extensions that interact with server processes could cause issues. Try disabling recently installed extensions if the problem appeared suddenly.

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