Quite recently, there have been many reports of the messenger app not working and the user is unable to view, send or receive messages. In this article, we will discuss some of the reasons due to which this issue might be triggered and also provide some viable solutions to eradicate it completely. Make sure to follow the steps carefully and accurately to avoid conflict.
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There have been reports from many users who suggest a few reasons due to which the error is triggered. Below are listed some of the most common reasons which can cause the error. Now that you have a basic understanding of the nature of the problem, we will move on towards the solutions.
Solution 1: Clearing Cache
If the cached data for the application has been corrupted it might face issues during the launching process. Therefore, in this step, we will be clearing the cached data so that it can be recreated. For that:
Solution 2: Reinstalling Messenger
In some cases, the integral files of the messenger might be corrupted. Therefore, in this step, we will be reinstalling the Messenger from the PlayStore after deleting it from our mobile. For that:
Solution 3: Using Other Application
There is a workaround to the issue if the Messenger application is still not working on your mobile. You can install the “Messenger Lite” app from the Play Store and replace it with Messenger. For that:
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