What causes the there was a problem communicating with google servers error?
Here is the list of things that can cause the issue.
Note
Before performing the steps given in the methods listed below, first, try to reboot your phone to see if that resolves the issue or not. Sometimes there isn’t an issue and our devices/software misbehave because of unknown reasons and a restart fixes these type of issues. You should also try to remove the previously added Google accounts from the list of accounts and try again. All you have to do is go to Settings > Select Google Account > Click the 3 dots > Remove Account. Do this for all the previously added Google Accounts and add the account again.
Method 1: Disable 2-Step Authentication and Clear Cache
Sometimes the 2-step authentication process might be interfering with the sign in of your Google account or it might be the corrupted cache of your Google Account manager (and various other apps). Disabling the 2-Step verification process and clearing the cache of some apps have helped resolve the issue for quite a few users. So, follow the steps given below to perform all of these tasks Note: You can disable the 2-step verification from your phone’s browser as well but we will give the steps for pc browser. The steps should be the same for both devices though. Once done, go back to the main settings page and try to add the account again. You should be able to add your account and use it without any issues.
Method 2: Reinstall Google Play Services
Sometimes the issue might be with the Google Play Service app. These services sometimes get corrupted and all you have to do is reinstall these. You should be able to add your account and sign in without any problems.
Method 3: Update Host Files (Only for Rooted Phones)
Note: If you don’t know what a rooted phone is or if you aren’t sure whether your phone is rooted or not then skip this method. This is an advance technique. You should be able to add the account and sign in without any problems.
Workaround:
For some users, a simple workaround that can be applied is mentioned as follows.
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