{"id":1514,"date":"2024-05-08T11:35:23","date_gmt":"2024-05-08T11:35:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/?p=1514"},"modified":"2024-05-09T02:29:31","modified_gmt":"2024-05-09T02:29:31","slug":"whatsapp-not-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is My WhatsApp Not Working? 9 Ways to Fix it"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>WhatsApp is one of the globally popular and widely used texting apps that many of us use to send texts, images, and other documents. However, sometimes we all come across this issue &#8211; WhatsApp not working. It can be frustrating and many of us wonder why WhatsApp is not working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your WhatsApp might stop working due to old versions, network or server issues, and many more. We have listed the top 9 methods to fix the \u201cWhatsApp not working\u201d issue and let\u2019s explore them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Common_WhatsApp_Problems\" title=\"Common WhatsApp Problems\">Common WhatsApp Problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#How_to_Fix_the_Issues_of_WhatsApp_Not_Working\" title=\"How to Fix the Issues of WhatsApp Not Working\">How to Fix the Issues of WhatsApp Not Working<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_1_Check_Internet_Connection\" title=\"Solution 1. Check Internet Connection\">Solution 1. Check Internet Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_2_Update_or_Reinstall_WhatsApp\" title=\"Solution 2. Update or Reinstall WhatsApp\">Solution 2. Update or Reinstall WhatsApp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_3_Clear_WhatsApp_Cache_and_Restart\" title=\"Solution 3. Clear WhatsApp Cache and Restart\">Solution 3. Clear WhatsApp Cache and Restart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_4_Check_Application_Permission_Settings\" title=\"Solution 4. Check Application Permission Settings\">Solution 4. Check Application Permission Settings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_5_Check_Account_Availability\" title=\"Solution 5. Check Account Availability\">Solution 5. Check Account Availability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_6_Enable_Background_Data\" title=\"Solution 6. Enable Background Data\">Solution 6. Enable Background Data<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_7_Check_Device_Storage\" title=\"Solution 7. Check Device Storage\">Solution 7. Check Device Storage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_8_Verify_WhatsApp_Account\" title=\"Solution 8. Verify WhatsApp Account\">Solution 8. Verify WhatsApp Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Solution_9_Check_for_Server_Outage\" title=\"Solution 9. Check for Server Outage\">Solution 9. Check for Server Outage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/whatsapp-not-working\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_WhatsApp_Problems\"><\/span>Common WhatsApp Problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of reasons why you face the \u201cWhatsApp not working\u201d issue \u2014 server outage, network connection issues, compatibility problems, outdated WhatsApp, account ban, etc. Explore common WhatsApp problems here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Issues<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Descriptions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Solutions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Network Connection Problem<\/strong><\/td><td>If your device is not connected to mobile data or Wifi or if your internet connection is poor, then WhatsApp will not work.<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#1\" title=\"Solution 1\">Solution 1<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Server Outage<\/strong><\/td><td>Due to WhatsApp server outages or if maintenance is scheduled, your WhatsApp will not work until the servers are back.<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#9\" title=\"Solution 9\">Solution 9<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>App Crashes or Freezes<\/strong><\/td><td>You may experience WhatsApp crashing or freezing or the app becomes unresponsive due to software conflicts, outdated versions, or other issues.&nbsp;<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#3\" title=\"Solution 3\">Solution 3<\/a><br>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#6\" title=\"Solution 6\">Solution 6<\/a><br>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#7\" title=\"Solution 7\">Solution 7<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Compatibility Issues<\/strong><\/td><td>WhatsApp is not compatible with Android 4.4 KitKat and older and iOS 11 and iOS 10 mobile phones. It also does not support older operating systems.<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#4\" title=\"Solution 4\">Solution 4<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>WhatsApp is Not Updated<\/strong><\/td><td>WhatsApp releases new updates from time to time, so if you are using an old or outdated version, WhatsApp will stop working on your device.&nbsp;<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#2\" title=\"Solution 2\">Solution 2<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Verification Failures<\/strong><\/td><td>If your phone number is not verified correctly, your WhatsApp is likely to stop working until the verification process is done.&nbsp;<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#8\" title=\"Solution 8\">Solution 8<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Account Suspension or Ban<\/strong><\/td><td>If you haven\u2019t logged in to your account for over 120 days, WhatsApp will delete your account. Also, your account will be suspended or banned if you share inappropriate content or spam messages or if others report it.<\/td><td>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"#5\" title=\"Solution 5\">Solution 5<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Fix_the_Issues_of_WhatsApp_Not_Working\"><\/span>How to Fix the Issues of WhatsApp Not Working<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you find the reason why your WhatsApp is not working? Then, check out the step-by-step detailed guides below and easily fix your WhatsApp problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_1_Check_Internet_Connection\"><\/span>Solution 1. Check Internet Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When using mobile data, you should make sure you have a sufficient data pack and the network is working well without any congestion or outages. In the case of Wi-Fi, you should make sure you are connected to the Wi-Fi network, and check if there are any issues with the router or cables. It is best to contact the internet service provider in case of any issues with your broadband connection.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-internet-condition.png\" alt=\"check internet condition\" class=\"wp-image-1537\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-internet-condition.png 550w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-internet-condition-261x300.png 261w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Follow the below steps to check your internet connection and fix WhatsApp not working issue:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to the Settings on your mobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>Tap on the \u201cNetwork &amp; Internet\u201d button. Select the \u201cSIM card &amp; mobile network\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>Turn on the \u201cMobile data\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"305\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-whatsapp-internet-condition.png\" alt=\"check whatsapp internet condition\" class=\"wp-image-1539\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-whatsapp-internet-condition.png 500w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-whatsapp-internet-condition-300x183.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_2_Update_or_Reinstall_WhatsApp\"><\/span>Solution 2. Update or Reinstall WhatsApp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By updating WhatsApp, you can easily fix bug issues and other ongoing issues, and it also greatly enhances the performance. When you reinstall WhatsApp, you can easily get rid of bug issues, ensure that you have the latest version installed, and it also removes corrupted installations or misconfiguration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can reinstall or update your WhatsApp in 4 simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to the Play Store or App Store. Search for the \u201cWhatsApp\u201d application.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/update-whatsapp-program.png\" alt=\"update whatsapp program\" class=\"wp-image-1543\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/update-whatsapp-program.png 450w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/update-whatsapp-program-300x249.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>If you see any updates available, click on the \u201cupdate\u201d button and your WhatsApp will be automatically updated.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-updata.png\" alt=\"whatsapp updata\" class=\"wp-image-1545\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-updata.png 350w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-updata-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>If you don&#8217;t see any update button, click on the \u201cuninstall\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4. <\/strong>Wait for a few seconds and then install WhatsApp again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_3_Clear_WhatsApp_Cache_and_Restart\"><\/span>Solution 3. Clear WhatsApp Cache and Restart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you clear your WhatsApp cache, all the outdated, damaged, or corrupted files will be removed, which will improve the working condition and performance of your account. With this method, your WhatsApp will work freshly without any errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes your WhatsApp will start working after restarting or clearing your cache. In order to clear your WhatsApp cache or restart, you can follow this simple tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to the \u201cSettings\u201d on your device and tap on the \u201cApps\u201d menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2.<\/strong> In the drop-down menu, choose the \u201cManage apps\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>Tap on the \u201cStorage\u201d option to see the total amount of storage space used. Click on the \u201cClear data\u201d button at the bottom to clear your WhatsApp cache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4. <\/strong>To restart your Android phone, hold the power button for 3 seconds and tap on the \u201cRestart\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"284\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clear-whatsapp-cache.png\" alt=\"clear whatsapp cache\" class=\"wp-image-1550\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clear-whatsapp-cache.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clear-whatsapp-cache-300x122.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_4_Check_Application_Permission_Settings\"><\/span>Solution 4. Check Application Permission Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The application permission settings monitor whether WhatsApp can access your microphone, contacts, location, camera, and other features. If you haven&#8217;t given all the required permissions, it might affect how WhatsApp works. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After enabling all the mandatory permissions, you can easily troubleshoot and fix several issues like being unable to send and receive messages, open files, make calls, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2728<\/strong> <strong>For Android phones:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to the settings on your Android phone. Tap on the \u201cApps\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2.<\/strong> Click on the \u201cWhatsApp\u201d button and choose the \u201cPermissions\u201d option from the menu options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>Under the \u201cNot allowed\u201d section, you can find some permissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4. <\/strong>Open each setting and turn on the \u201cAllow permission\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-android-permissions.png\" alt=\"whatsapp android permissions\" class=\"wp-image-1557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-android-permissions.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-android-permissions-300x114.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2728 <strong>For iPhones:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1.<\/strong> On your iPhone, go to your \u201cSettings\u201d and search for the WhatsApp app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2.<\/strong> You will see the list of permissions that are required. Turn on all the required permissions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-iphone-permission.png\" alt=\"whatsapp iphone permission\" class=\"wp-image-1558\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-iphone-permission.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/whatsapp-iphone-permission-300x243.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_5_Check_Account_Availability\"><\/span>Solution 5. Check Account Availability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If any number is inactive or logged out for more than 120 days, WhatsApp will remove the account. If your account is removed, the only way is to create a fresh account again. You can check if your number is on WhatsApp by following these steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1.<\/strong> Use any app or platform like WAFilter or 2Chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>Choose the country, enter the phone number, and tap on the \u201cCheck number\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>If your WhatsApp account exists, it will show your number, location, and other details. If your account is removed, you have to create it again.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-whatsapp-account-condition.png\" alt=\"check whatsapp account condition\" class=\"wp-image-1562\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-whatsapp-account-condition.png 450w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-whatsapp-account-condition-236x300.png 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_6_Enable_Background_Data\"><\/span>Solution 6. Enable Background Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have turned off the background data feature, your WhatsApp may not work properly by not sending notifications. You can follow the below steps in order to enable background data on your Android phone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1.<\/strong> Go to the Settings and choose the \u201cApps\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>Tap on the \u201cWhatsApp\u201d option and click on the \u201cMobile data &amp; Wi-Fi\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3.<\/strong> Turn on the \u201cBackground data\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"402\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/enable-whatsapp-background-data.png\" alt=\"enable whatsapp background data\" class=\"wp-image-1566\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/enable-whatsapp-background-data.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/enable-whatsapp-background-data-300x172.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want to enable background data on your iPhone, here\u2019s how you can do that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to settings on your iPhone and tap on the \u201cGeneral\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2.<\/strong> Choose the \u201cBackground App Refresh\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3.<\/strong> Search for the WhatsApp app and make sure it is turned on.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/enable-whatsapp-background-data-iphone.png\" alt=\"enable whatsapp background data iphone\" class=\"wp-image-1569\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/enable-whatsapp-background-data-iphone.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/enable-whatsapp-background-data-iphone-300x190.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_7_Check_Device_Storage\"><\/span>Solution 7. Check Device Storage <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If there is insufficient storage space on your mobile phone, WhatsApp will not be able to properly download the media and may stop working. In addition, limited storage space will make it difficult to download media, delay messages, and even cause your app to crash. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can easily check your device storage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Open \u201cSettings\u201d on your phone. Go to the \u201cRAM &amp; storage space\u201d section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>Tap on the \u201cManage storage\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>hoose all the items you want to delete and tap on the \u201cFree up\u201d option at the bottom of your screen.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-android-device-storage.png\" alt=\"check android device storage\" class=\"wp-image-1574\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-android-device-storage.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/check-android-device-storage-300x165.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can follow the below steps to delete WhatsApp data from your phone and free up space:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1.<\/strong> Go to your WhatsApp account. Tap on the three-dot menu option at the top right screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>Click on the \u201cSettings\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>Choose the \u201cStorage and data\u201d option from the listed options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4.<\/strong> Select the \u201cManage storage\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5. <\/strong>Tap the arrow symbol under the \u201cReview and delete items\u201d section. Select the files you want to delete. You can also open each chat and delete the selected files.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/free-up-whatsapp-space.png\" alt=\"free up whatsapp space\" class=\"wp-image-1580\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/free-up-whatsapp-space.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/free-up-whatsapp-space-300x116.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If, in the process of clearing out your device&#8217;s storage space, you accidentally delete important pictures saved through WhatsApp, you can follow the tutorials in this post to save them back: >> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-tips\/how-to-save-whatsapp-photos\/\" title=\"\">How to Save WhatsApp Photos<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_8_Verify_WhatsApp_Account\"><\/span>Solution 8. Verify WhatsApp Account<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to solve WhatsApp is not working issue is to verify your account. Whether you are unable to receive or send text or media via WhatsApp, have trouble accessing your profile data, or can not connect to WhatsApp Web, this method can solve most of the problems. If you want to verify your WhatsApp account, we have listed simple steps here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to the App Store or Play Store and install WhatsApp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2.<\/strong> Open WhatsApp on your phone and tap on the \u201cAgree and continue\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3. <\/strong>Choose your country and add your country code along with your mobile number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4.<\/strong> Tap on the \u201cNext\u201d button and click on the \u201cOK\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5. <\/strong>You will receive a verification code on your mobile. Copy and paste the 6-digit code. Your WhatsApp account will be verified within a few seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"255\" src=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/verify-whatsapp-account.png\" alt=\"verify whatsapp account\" class=\"wp-image-1583\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/verify-whatsapp-account.png 700w, https:\/\/onetrans.tinyfrom.com\/whatsapp-transfer\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/verify-whatsapp-account-300x109.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solution_9_Check_for_Server_Outage\"><\/span>Solution 9. Check for Server Outage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If none of the above methods work, then WhatsApp servers might be the root problem as to why your WhatsApp is not working. You can check for server outages and if the servers are down, just backup all your files and you need to wait until the issue is resolved by the official team. If you want to know whether WhatsApp servers are down, you can follow these 2 simple methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. <\/strong>Go to any platform like DownDetector and check the WhatsApp status page. It will show if the servers are down or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2. <\/strong>You can also search for \u201cAre WhatsApp servers down\u201d on Google Chrome or any platforms like X, Reddit, quora, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your WhatsApp suddenly stops working because of any reason, it can be frustrating. Rather than panicking, you can solve the WhatsApp not working issue by understanding the root cause. Whether your WhatsApp stopped working due to compatibility issues, poor servers, no internet connection, lack of storage, or any other issues, we have listed some of the best methods you can use to solve this common issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve tried all of the above and haven&#8217;t been able to solve the problem, it&#8217;s recommended to use another messaging program as the alternative. 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