iCloud Private Relay keeps your original IP address hidden from browsers and service providers by showing one of Apple’s IP addresses instead. It also prevents trackers from accessing your exact geolocation. Recently, some Mac users reported a Safari error: “Safari can’t open the page. The error is: ‘The operation couldn’t be completed. No such file or directory “(NSPOSIXErrorDomain:2).”
It shouldn’t be happening with you; after all, iCloud Private Relay is our top security feature and is designed to work seamlessly without showing unusual errors. However, we have some potential workarounds to address the issue of Safari’s inability to connect to iCloud Private Relay, allowing you to resume your browsing experience.
Error: “Safari can’t open the page. The error is: “The operation couldn’t be completed. No such file or directory” (NSPOSIXErrorDomain:2)”
1. Turn Off the Private Relay For Network
Private Relay prevents your original IP address from being revealed to the Safari browser or any website you visit. If you’re having trouble using Safari and cannot open a specific page, it might be due to an error stating “no such file or directory.” Try disabling Private Relay for your network and check again.
Steps for MacOS Sequoia, Ventura
Step 1: Open Safari on your Mac. Click on Safari in the top menu, then select Settings. For example, you can see in the figure provided below.
Step 2: Next, click on the Privacy tab and uncheck the option that says “Hide IP Address.”
Step 3: Now, Private Relay is off. Force quit(Command+Q) Safari, re-open Safari, and try again to browse without any error.
That’s it.
Turn off Private Relay for specific Websites or Domains
Yes, We can turn off Private Relay for specific Websites or Domains from Safari settings.
Step 1: Launch the Safari browser on your Mac. From the top of the Mac Menu, Click on View > Select Reload and Show IP Address. This option temporarily allows the user to see their IP address when visiting the website.
Step 2: Tap on Continue to Allow the Website to see your IP address temporarily.
That’s it.
Turn off IP Address Tracking for Specific Network
Note: To Bypass the Affected service due to Apple Service being down for the Private Relay, We can turn off the Private relay for the connected WiFi network from Network settings. Go to the
Step 1: Click on the Apple Logo from the top of the Mac Menu > Select System Settings.
Step 2: Select Wi-Fi > Tap on Details next to the connected Wi-Fi.
Step 3: Disable the Limit IP address tracking > Click on OK. That’s it.
On MacOS Monterey & Earlier
Click on the Apple Logo menu > Select System Settings > Tap on Network > Select Wi-Fi > Disable Use iCloud Private Relay.
That’s it.
Refresh the web page or Force close Safari Bowser, and Try again.
2. Check Apple Server Status
Apple Private Relay service uses Apple’s Proxy server, which bypasses the Tracking activity. When iCloud Private Relay is turned on, encrypted data is sent to the user for the device.
Apple Server Status Page is where you get to know the real-time status of active and inactive Apple Services. Since Safari is not opening or working for you at all, visit the Apple Server Status to view the status of Apple Service in Other countries. The green-colored dot indicates the service is working, and if it is unavailable, the color should be red, yellow, or orange next to the Apple Service. If any server issues are ongoing, then Turn off Private Relay explained in solution 1.
3. Disable VPN on your Specific device (Mac computer or iPhone, iPad)
Another thing that you shouldn’t be missing when Safari won’t load or show random errors is to disable or enable VPN. Some web pages won’t respond without a VPN if banned in your region, while some won’t work with an active VPN. In this case, if you’re using VPN, then disable VPN or if you aren’t using VPN, enable VPN and try loading the Safari.
Also Read: Can I use VPN and iCloud Private Relay together.
4. Force Quit Safari browser
Once you’ve disabled the VPN, force-quit Safari. Macs come with a quick Task Manager that lets you kill any app that is not responding, crashing, or not working at all. I highly recommend you force-quit Safari.
Step 1: Press the Option + Command + ESC keys and Select Safari > Click on Force Quit.
Step 2: From the Confirmation Pop-Up Menu to Tap on Force Quit.
Safari will immediately close. Later, wait for a few minutes, make sure the Mac is connected to stable internet, and relaunch Safari. Finally, check if the error is gone or still there.
5. Check-in Safe Mode
Safe Mode helps us diagnose issues caused by startup programs. While in Safe Mode, the Mac works correctly, especially Safari. You should look at recently installed applications and programs and, if possible, remove them from the Mac. If they seem unsuitable for your Mac, you could simply uninstall and reinstall the apps. But first, let’s see how to enable Safe Mode in Mac.
For Apple M1 Mac:
- Click on the Apple menu.
- Select Shut Down.
- Now, press and hold the Power button until you see the startup options window with all startup disks and Options.
- Choose a startup disk.
- Next, hold the Shift button and click Continue in Safe Mode. Leave the shift key.
For Intel Mac:
- Shut Down the Mac. Click on the Apple menu and select Shut Down.
- Let the Mac shut down completely. Give it at least 10 seconds.
- Now press the power button and immediately hold the Shift Key.
- When the login screen appears, release the Shift button.
6. Update or Reinstall macOS
Now it’s time to take a hard step to fix the Safari Can’t Connect to iCloud Private Relay. Have you checked the macOS Firmware? If not, then make sure to update the macOS to the latest software available. Another workaround is to reinstall macOS, which helps recover the Mac System from critical issues. Unfortunately, no other solution is more prominent than reinstalling the macOS because it wipes out the macOS, and you’ll have to reinstall it.
To Update Mac:
Step 1: Click on the Apple Logo From the top of the Mac Menu > Select System Settings.
Step 2: Choose the General Option > Click on Software Update.
Step 3: Tap on Update Now.
Wait for a few seconds; if there’s any pending update available, you’ll be asked to download and install.
To Reinstall MacOS: We’ve prepared a detailed guide on how to reinstall macOS without erasing data, reinstall data without erasing data, as well as repair the macOS. You can visit and go through the steps to reinstall the MacOS.
7. Contact the Website or Apple Support
Still, Safari can’t connect to iCloud Private Relay; it is time to communicate with the website admin, which is showing an error, and if that doesn’t work, simply contact Apple Support. Since it is Safari, Apple will prioritize resolving this issue.
